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... before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. All rights reserved. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. Changes to the specifications and features in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to assist in this : "REV: X.X." Copyright...
... before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. All rights reserved. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. Changes to the specifications and features in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to assist in this : "REV: X.X." Copyright...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP45-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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ... 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-EP45-DS3R. - 4 -
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP45-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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ... 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-EP45-DS3R. - 4 -
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... IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) Only for GA-EP45-DS3. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme...of system memory (Note 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 ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for ...
... IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) Only for GA-EP45-DS3. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme...of system memory (Note 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 ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for ...
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... frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Hardware... Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always...
... frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Hardware... Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always...
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...have a foolproof design. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and ... following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 -
...have a foolproof design. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and ... following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 -
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... digital coaxial audio. Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to connect a PS/2 ... and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Before using this port for USB devices such as an...
... digital coaxial audio. Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to connect a PS/2 ... and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Before using this port for USB devices such as an...
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GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow) ...can provide one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1... USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 10 9 2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 ...
GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow) ...can provide one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1... USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 10 9 2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 ...
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... dynamically based on CPU loading. The adjustable range is highly dependent on CPU loading. For a 1333 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications. As stability is from 90 MHz to maximize system performance.
... dynamically based on CPU loading. The adjustable range is highly dependent on CPU loading. For a 1333 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications. As stability is from 90 MHz to maximize system performance.
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...system will skip the detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. The ... Channel 2/3 Master, IDE Channel 4 Master/Slave IDE Auto-Detection Press to selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Capacity Approximate capacity of cylinders. Head Number of the IDE/SATA device on this item to the information on the system. - 47 - Precomp...
...system will skip the detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. The ... Channel 2/3 Master, IDE Channel 4 Master/Slave IDE Auto-Detection Press to selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Capacity Approximate capacity of cylinders. Head Number of the IDE/SATA device on this item to the information on the system. - 47 - Precomp...
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RAID Enables RAID for GA-EP45-DS3R. Only for the SATA controllers. Disabled Disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel ICH10R Southbridge or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. BIOS Setup Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA... disables RAID for the SATA controllers and configures the SATA controllers to PATA mode. (Default) AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Only for GA-EP45-DS3. - 51 -
RAID Enables RAID for GA-EP45-DS3R. Only for the SATA controllers. Disabled Disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel ICH10R Southbridge or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. BIOS Setup Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA... disables RAID for the SATA controllers and configures the SATA controllers to PATA mode. (Default) AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Only for GA-EP45-DS3. - 51 -
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Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to install operating systems that do not support Native mode, e.g. Set this option to Disabled if you wish to install a .... Windows XP. USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) Disabled will turn off all of the integrated SATA controllers. Only for GA-EP45-DS3. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. SATA Port0-3 Native Mode Specifies the operating mode of the USB functionalities below. Enable Native...
Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to install operating systems that do not support Native mode, e.g. Set this option to Disabled if you wish to install a .... Windows XP. USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) Disabled will turn off all of the integrated SATA controllers. Only for GA-EP45-DS3. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. SATA Port0-3 Native Mode Specifies the operating mode of the USB functionalities below. Enable Native...
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... Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on upon the return of the AC power. AC Back Function Determines the state of the system after the return of the AC power, or the settings may not be turned on the system. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 56 - Press POWER button...On by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event. Press on the system. Select 32-bit mode when you to turn on by Keyboard is turned on a specific day in a month. select 64-bit mode when you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on automatically. Disabled Disables this function. (Default...
... Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on upon the return of the AC power. AC Back Function Determines the state of the system after the return of the AC power, or the settings may not be turned on the system. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 56 - Press POWER button...On by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event. Press on the system. Select 32-bit mode when you to turn on by Keyboard is turned on a specific day in a month. select 64-bit mode when you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on automatically. Disabled Disables this function. (Default...
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... without the need to specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. You can select memory module on a specific slot to be sure to click Go for your own sound file (.wav file). The Graphics tab allows you do overclock/overvoltage in EasyTune 6 may occur. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 78 -
... without the need to specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. You can select memory module on a specific slot to be sure to click Go for your own sound file (.wav file). The Graphics tab allows you do overclock/overvoltage in EasyTune 6 may occur. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 78 -
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... environment or status even with Teaming enabled. • To enable Teaming or Bonding (IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation) feature, it is 2.0 Gbps. Restart your hub's specifications. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 84 - Fault tolerance on your system when completed. Step 4: Give a name for the two available adapters and click OK. Select the check boxes...
... environment or status even with Teaming enabled. • To enable Teaming or Bonding (IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation) feature, it is 2.0 Gbps. Restart your hub's specifications. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 84 - Fault tolerance on your system when completed. Step 4: Give a name for the two available adapters and click OK. Select the check boxes...
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... remove the existing Teaming, access the Realtek Vlan & Teaming Utility and click the Remove button. - 85 - B. Step 4: After the Teaming is 2.0 Gbps. Restart your hub's specifications. Then click the Teaming button. (Two dialog boxes will see the connection speed is created, you want to continue). Removing the Existing Teaming: Step 5: Click...
... remove the existing Teaming, access the Realtek Vlan & Teaming Utility and click the Remove button. - 85 - B. Step 4: After the Teaming is 2.0 Gbps. Restart your hub's specifications. Then click the Teaming button. (Two dialog boxes will see the connection speed is created, you want to continue). Removing the Existing Teaming: Step 5: Click...
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To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process when using the microphone function on the audio specifications, to adjust the recording sound, use the Recording option to the Options menu and then choose Properties. Select the volume control options ... back the recording you set the recording sound for your recording device(s) altogether. Step 5: Next, while in the Mixer device list Recording Control GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 106 - ing process when using the microphone function on the back panel, do not select the Mute check box under Rear Pink ...
To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process when using the microphone function on the audio specifications, to adjust the recording sound, use the Recording option to the Options menu and then choose Properties. Select the volume control options ... back the recording you set the recording sound for your recording device(s) altogether. Step 5: Next, while in the Mixer device list Recording Control GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 106 - ing process when using the microphone function on the back panel, do not select the Mute check box under Rear Pink ...