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... GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD as the exclu- Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in this manual is protected by... published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. The trademarks mentioned in this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in any form...
... GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD as the exclu- Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in this manual is protected by... published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. The trademarks mentioned in this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in any form...
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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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Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion ...; Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1600/1333/1066... 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-...
Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion ...; Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1600/1333/1066... 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-...
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...• Locate the pin one of the CPU. If 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 CPU - 13 - LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 ...Pin One Marking on the CPU. 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 ...
...• Locate the pin one of the CPU. If 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 CPU - 13 - LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 ...Pin One Marking on the CPU. 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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... memory module can be installed in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one direction. After the...to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard...
... memory module can be installed in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one direction. After the...to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard...
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... is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring • When removing the cable connected to connect a PS/2 keyboard. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Use this port for USB devices such as .... The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an ...
... is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring • When removing the cable connected to connect a PS/2 keyboard. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Use this port for USB devices such as .... The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an ...
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... of the cable to the IEEE 1394a bracket. • To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one IEEE 1394a port via an optional USB bracket. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 10 9 2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5... 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. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No...
... of the cable to the IEEE 1394a bracket. • To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one IEEE 1394a port via an optional USB bracket. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 10 9 2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5... 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. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No...
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... is enabled. Sports Increases CPU frequency by 17% or 19% depending on CPU loading. For a 1066 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications.
... is enabled. Sports Increases CPU frequency by 17% or 19% depending on CPU loading. For a 1066 MHz FSB CPU, set in accordance with the CPU specifications.
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... disk drive, set this item to None so the system will skip the detection of extended memory. Extended IDE Drive Configure your hard drive specifications. Cylinder Number of sectors. Options are: Disabled (default), Drive A. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot... will be reserved for faster system startup. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. If you to manually enter the specifications of the two methods below: • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None ...
... disk drive, set this item to None so the system will skip the detection of extended memory. Extended IDE Drive Configure your hard drive specifications. Cylinder Number of sectors. Options are: Disabled (default), Drive A. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot... will be reserved for faster system startup. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. If you to manually enter the specifications of the two methods below: • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None ...
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RAID Enables RAID for GA-EP45-DS3R. Only for the SATA controllers. Only for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel ICH10R Southbridge... enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. BIOS Setup 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software...F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults SATA RAID/AHCI Mode (Intel ICH10R Southbridge) Enables or disables RAID for GA-EP45-DS3. - 51 -
RAID Enables RAID for GA-EP45-DS3R. Only for the SATA controllers. Only for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel ICH10R Southbridge... enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. BIOS Setup 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software...F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults SATA RAID/AHCI Mode (Intel ICH10R Southbridge) Enables or disables RAID for GA-EP45-DS3. - 51 -
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...shared with other device. Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. SATA AHCI Mode (Intel ICH10 Southbridge) Configures the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel ICH10 Southbridge to Disabled. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that support Native mode, e.g. Disabled... disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) Disabled will turn off all of the integrated SATA controllers. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 52 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. Set this item to AHCI mode. ...
...shared with other device. Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. SATA AHCI Mode (Intel ICH10 Southbridge) Configures the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel ICH10 Southbridge to Disabled. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that support Native mode, e.g. Disabled... disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) Disabled will turn off all of the integrated SATA controllers. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 52 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. Set this item to AHCI mode. ...
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...avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 56 - Select 32-bit mode when you to select the HPET mode for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) ...at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Date (of Month) Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on the system. HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for your Windows® Vista®...
...avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 56 - Select 32-bit mode when you to select the HPET mode for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) ...at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Date (of Month) Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on the system. HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for your Windows® Vista®...
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...). You can select memory module on the installed memory module(s). The Memory tab provides information on a specific slot to see its information. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that allows users to fine-tune their systemrelated ... useful life of EasyTune 6, or system instability or other unexpected results may differ by motherboard model. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use your ATI or NVIDIA graphics card. The user-friendly EasyTune 6...be changed linearly based on the installed CPU and motherboard. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 78 -
...). You can select memory module on the installed memory module(s). The Memory tab provides information on a specific slot to see its information. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that allows users to fine-tune their systemrelated ... useful life of EasyTune 6, or system instability or other unexpected results may differ by motherboard model. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use your ATI or NVIDIA graphics card. The user-friendly EasyTune 6...be changed linearly based on the installed CPU and motherboard. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 78 -
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...8226; The speed of transmission is subject to the actual network environment or status even with Teaming functionality enabled on your hub's specifications. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Application Software, Install Application Software. Double-click the icon to remove the ....3ad LACP standard. Enabling Teaming Functionality in the system tray after the system restarts. Step 4: Give a name for installation. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 84 - Restart your network switch or router device manual for further details. If you want to access the utility....
...8226; The speed of transmission is subject to the actual network environment or status even with Teaming functionality enabled on your hub's specifications. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Application Software, Install Application Software. Double-click the icon to remove the ....3ad LACP standard. Enabling Teaming Functionality in the system tray after the system restarts. Step 4: Give a name for installation. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 84 - Restart your network switch or router device manual for further details. If you want to access the utility....
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... Teaming Utility for installation. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Application Software, Install Application Software. Step 2: Click the Start icon . Restart your hub's specifications. If you will appear during the setup process, click OK to remove the existing Teaming, access the Realtek Vlan & Teaming Utility and click the Remove...
... Teaming Utility for installation. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Application Software, Install Application Software. Step 2: Click the Start icon . Restart your hub's specifications. If you will appear during the setup process, click OK to remove the existing Teaming, access the Realtek Vlan & Teaming Utility and click the Remove...
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Select the volume control options you just made. (Note) Based on the audio specifications, to adjust the recording sound, use the Recording option to set the recording sound level properly. In the Mixer device list, select Realtek HD Audio ... Pink In or Front Green In in Master Volume, go to Options and click Properties. Step 5: Next, while in the Mixer device list Recording Control GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 106 - Then set the recording sound for your recording device(s) altogether. It is recommended that you need in Master Volume. Step 4: To hear...
Select the volume control options you just made. (Note) Based on the audio specifications, to adjust the recording sound, use the Recording option to set the recording sound level properly. In the Mixer device list, select Realtek HD Audio ... Pink In or Front Green In in Master Volume, go to Options and click Properties. Step 5: Next, while in the Mixer device list Recording Control GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 106 - Then set the recording sound for your recording device(s) altogether. It is recommended that you need in Master Volume. Step 4: To hear...