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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L 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 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L 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 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
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.../266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 LAN Host Interface Intel® P45 DDR2 1333/1200/1066/ 800/667 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 4 PCI Express x1 x1 x1 x1 x1 RJ45 RTL 8111C x1 MCH CLK (400/333/266/200 MHz) Dual BIOS PCI... 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-EP45-DS3L. - 8 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR.
.../266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 LAN Host Interface Intel® P45 DDR2 1333/1200/1066/ 800/667 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 4 PCI Express x1 x1 x1 x1 x1 RJ45 RTL 8111C x1 MCH CLK (400/333/266/200 MHz) Dual BIOS PCI... 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-EP45-DS3L. - 8 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR.
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... or connectors. • It is best to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to...
... or connectors. • It is best to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to...
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... chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Integrated in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB North Bridge... slots South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR. Only for GA-EP45-DS3L. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface USB Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme processor/ Intel® ...
... chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Integrated in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB North Bridge... slots South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR. Only for GA-EP45-DS3L. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface USB Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme processor/ Intel® ...
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..., when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Whether the CPU/System 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-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 12 -
..., when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Whether the CPU/System 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-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 12 -
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... bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation LGA775 CPU Socket... of the CPU. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A.
... bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation LGA775 CPU Socket... of the CPU. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A.
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...different memory sizes to be installed in Flex Memory Mode will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is operating in only one DDR2 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's...memory modules, it is installed. 2. The four DDR2 memory sockets are unable 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-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 16 - 1-4 Installing the Memory...
...different memory sizes to be installed in Flex Memory Mode will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is operating in only one DDR2 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's...memory modules, it is installed. 2. The four DDR2 memory sockets are unable 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-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 16 - 1-4 Installing the Memory...
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...correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and...on the socket. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Step 1: Note the orientation of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Hardware Installation As indicated in the picture on the left, place...
...correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and...on the socket. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Step 1: Note the orientation of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Hardware Installation As indicated in the picture on the left, place...
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... First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this function to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. ... the system and BIOS Setup. It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this task.) GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 36 - The Functions of your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you to restrict access ...
... First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this function to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. ... the system and BIOS Setup. It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this task.) GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 36 - The Functions of your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you to restrict access ...
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...Disabled] 266 [Auto] [Disabled] [Press Enter] ******** DRAM Performance Control ******** Performance Enhance [Turbo] Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) [Disabled] (G)MCH Frequency Latch [Auto] System Memory Multiplier (SPD) [Auto] KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: ... ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Memory Frequency (Mhz) DRAM Timing Selectable >>>>> Standard Timing Control x CAS Latency Time x tRCD x tRP x tRAS >>>>> Advanced Timing...
...Disabled] 266 [Auto] [Disabled] [Press Enter] ******** DRAM Performance Control ******** Performance Enhance [Turbo] Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) [Disabled] (G)MCH Frequency Latch [Auto] System Memory Multiplier (SPD) [Auto] KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: ... ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Memory Frequency (Mhz) DRAM Timing Selectable >>>>> Standard Timing Control x CAS Latency Time x tRCD x tRP x tRAS >>>>> Advanced Timing...
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... to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow the CPU Host Frequency item below to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 38 - The item is present only if a CPU with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is installed. If this...
... to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow the CPU Host Frequency item below to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 38 - The item is present only if a CPU with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is installed. If this...
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... good performance level. (Default) Lets the system operate at its basic performance level. CPU Clock Skew Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Standard Lets the system operate at its best performance level. Options are : 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) ******** DRAM Performance ... North Bridge clock. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 40 - Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. CPU Clock Drive Allows you to fix the chipset frequency at system bootup. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the memory being used; PCI ...
... good performance level. (Default) Lets the system operate at its basic performance level. CPU Clock Skew Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Standard Lets the system operate at its best performance level. Options are : 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) ******** DRAM Performance ... North Bridge clock. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 40 - Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. CPU Clock Drive Allows you to fix the chipset frequency at system bootup. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the memory being used; PCI ...
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...date and year. IDE Channel 0/1 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to autodetect the parameters of the three methods below: GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 44 - Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the time. Select ...[None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory 640K 510M KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Default ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized...
...date and year. IDE Channel 0/1 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to autodetect the parameters of the three methods below: GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 44 - Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the time. Select ...[None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory 640K 510M KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Default ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized...
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... currently installed hard drive. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are : Auto (default), Large. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices by the BIOS POST. ... The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but stop for all other errors. Head Number of extended memory. Options are : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop ...
... currently installed hard drive. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are : Auto (default), Large. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices by the BIOS POST. ... The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but stop for all other errors. Head Number of extended memory. Options are : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop ...
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...key (or ) to exit this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C2/C2E State Support (Note) x C4/C4E State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) ...enter BIOS Setup. This feature allows your hard drive. to accept. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 46 - Setup System A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) A password is required every time the ...
...key (or ) to exit this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C2/C2E State Support (Note) x C4/C4E State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) ...enter BIOS Setup. This feature allows your hard drive. to accept. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 46 - Setup System A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) A password is required every time the ...
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... CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 47 - Depending on CPU loading, Intel® EIST technology can function as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. Virtualization enhanced by Intel® Virtualization Technology will be reduced during system halt state...
... CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 47 - Depending on CPU loading, Intel® EIST technology can function as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. Virtualization enhanced by Intel® Virtualization Technology will be reduced during system halt state...
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... for your Windows® Vista® operating system. select 64-bit mode when you install 32-bit Windows® Vista®; Disabled Disables this item. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the...
... for your Windows® Vista® operating system. select 64-bit mode when you install 32-bit Windows® Vista®; Disabled Disables this item. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the...
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... leave enough unallocated space in advanced (10 GB or more is recommended; System Requirements: • Intel® platform • At least 64 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are attached to...
... leave enough unallocated space in advanced (10 GB or more is recommended; System Requirements: • Intel® platform • At least 64 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are attached to...
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.... You can choose the alert sound from a profile. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 72 - Smart Fan Advance Mode allows the CPU fan speed to be sure to click Go for CPU and memory information, lettings users read their system settings or do the... overclock/overvoltage, make sure that allows users to fine-tune their systemrelated information without the need to see its information. After making changes, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to install additional software. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE...
.... You can choose the alert sound from a profile. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 72 - Smart Fan Advance Mode allows the CPU fan speed to be sure to click Go for CPU and memory information, lettings users read their system settings or do the... overclock/overvoltage, make sure that allows users to fine-tune their systemrelated information without the need to see its information. After making changes, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to install additional software. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE...
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....5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed. Exit RAID Volumes : None defined. All Rights Reversed. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a non-RAID configuration. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright...
....5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed. Exit RAID Volumes : None defined. All Rights Reversed. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a non-RAID configuration. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright...