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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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Only for GA-EP45-DS3LR. Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400/333/266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 LAN Host Interface Intel... 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. Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400/333/266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 LAN Host Interface Intel... 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 -
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GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 ... 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 ...1) 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 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel ...
GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 ... 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 ...1) 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 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel ...
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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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Follow the steps below to the CPU. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches ...
Follow the steps below to the CPU. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches ...
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... memory sockets are unable to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in the same colored DDR2 sockets for the latest memory support list.) •.... 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following : Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_2 Channel 1: DDR2_3, DDR2_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 16 -
... memory sockets are unable to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in the same colored DDR2 sockets for the latest memory support list.) •.... 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following : Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_2 Channel 1: DDR2_3, DDR2_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 16 -
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... unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 18 - 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Locate an expansion slot that came...
... unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 18 - 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Locate an expansion slot that came...
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... default line in jack ( ). Microphones must be reconfigured to connect front speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 20 - Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be connected to the instructions on...
... default line in jack ( ). Microphones must be reconfigured to connect front speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 20 - Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be connected to the instructions on...
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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 - If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and...
... 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 - If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and...
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... SATA hard drive. 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. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 24 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
... SATA hard drive. 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. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 24 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
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... Panel Audio: Pin No. 10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 26 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. For...
... Panel Audio: Pin No. 10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 26 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. For...
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12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable. Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 28 - Pin No. 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 an audio device that came with your optical drive to the header.
12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable. Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 28 - Pin No. 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 an audio device that came with your optical drive to the header.
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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 - For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 Definition STBAFDPD0 ERRPD1...
... 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 - For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 Definition STBAFDPD0 ERRPD1...
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... holder and wait for one . Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 32 - 20) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the...
... holder and wait for one . Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 32 - 20) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the...
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...to enter BIOS Setup or to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on BIOS Setup settings. To exit Boot Menu, press . EP45-DS3L E12c . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/20/2008-P45-ICH10-7A89PG0JC-00 Function Keys Function Keys..., An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 34 - The LOGO Screen (Default) :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash Function Keys B. In Boot Menu...
...to enter BIOS Setup or to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on BIOS Setup settings. To exit Boot Menu, press . EP45-DS3L E12c . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/20/2008-P45-ICH10-7A89PG0JC-00 Function Keys Function Keys..., An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. GA-EP45-DS3LR/DS3L Motherboard - 34 - The LOGO Screen (Default) :POST Screen :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash Function Keys B. In Boot Menu...
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... (General Help) of the Main Menu. 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...
... (General Help) of the Main Menu. 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...