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GA-EP45-DS3LR/ GA-EP45-DS3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1005 12ME-EP45DS3L-1005R
GA-EP45-DS3LR/ GA-EP45-DS3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1005 12ME-EP45DS3L-1005R
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Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3LR/GA-EP45-DS3L May 23, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3LR/ GA-EP45-DS3L May 23, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3LR/GA-EP45-DS3L May 23, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3LR/ GA-EP45-DS3L May 23, 2008
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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 ...
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 ...
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The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP45-DS3LR or GA-EP45-DS3L 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 ...
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP45-DS3LR or GA-EP45-DS3L 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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Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX LGA775 DDR2_1 GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 FDD SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO Intel® P45 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PWR_FAN CODEC SPDIF_O CD_IN IT8718 SPDIF_I PCIEX1_3 PCIEX1_4 B_BIOS M_BIOS BATTERY PCI1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 CI Intel® ICH10R / Intel® ICH10 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 Only for GA-EP45-DS3L. - 7 -
Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX LGA775 DDR2_1 GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 FDD SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO Intel® P45 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PWR_FAN CODEC SPDIF_O CD_IN IT8718 SPDIF_I PCIEX1_3 PCIEX1_4 B_BIOS M_BIOS BATTERY PCI1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 CI Intel® ICH10R / Intel® ICH10 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 Only for GA-EP45-DS3L. - 7 -
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... 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.
... 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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...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 ...138; Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1333/1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ... South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-EP45-DS3L. Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR.
...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 ...138; Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1333/1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ... South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) Only for GA-EP45-DS3L. Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR.
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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-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 12 -
... 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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... one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 14 - Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the...
... one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 14 - Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket cover from the...
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... different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is operating in Dual Channel mode/performance. When memory... support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 16 -
... different capacity and chips are installed, a message which says memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is operating in Dual Channel mode/performance. When memory... support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 16 -
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... Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 18 - Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. Locate an expansion...
... Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 18 - Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. Locate an expansion...
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... to the default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. This jack can be connected to this audio jack to perform different functions via the audio software. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 20 - Use this audio jack to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Rear...
... to the default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. This jack can be connected to this audio jack to perform different functions via the audio software. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 20 - Use this audio jack to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Rear...
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... Definition 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-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to an unstable or unbootable system. • The main power connector is turned off and all the components...
... Definition 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-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to an unstable or unbootable system. • The main power connector is turned off and all the components...
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... SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for GA-EP45-DS3L. 7) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA... 2 8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to your SATA hard drive. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 24 -
... SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for GA-EP45-DS3L. 7) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA... 2 8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to your SATA hard drive. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 24 -
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.... You may connect your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 26 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. If you want to mute the back...
.... You may connect your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 26 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. If you want to mute the back...
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Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 28 - 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 and can connect to the header. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No.
Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 28 - 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 and can connect to the header. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 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-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 30 - 16) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional COM port cable.
... 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-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 30 - 16) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional COM port cable.
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... an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 32 - Replace the battery. 4. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or...
... an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 32 - Replace the battery. 4. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or...
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...-ICH10-7A89PG0JC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST Screen Press the key to accept. To exit Boot Menu, press . Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 34 - The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. After...
...-ICH10-7A89PG0JC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST Screen Press the key to accept. To exit Boot Menu, press . Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 34 - The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. After...
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... may differ by BIOS version. - 35 - Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP45-DS3L E12c) 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...
... may differ by BIOS version. - 35 - Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP45-DS3L E12c) 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...