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GA-EP45-DS3R/ GA-EP45-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-EP45DS3R-1004R
GA-EP45-DS3R/ GA-EP45-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-EP45DS3R-1004R
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Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3R/GA-EP45-DS3 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3R/ GA-EP45-DS3 May 15, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3R/GA-EP45-DS3 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45-DS3R/ GA-EP45-DS3 May 15, 2008
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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 ... 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 ... 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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The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP45-DS3R or GA-EP45-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The...
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP45-DS3R or GA-EP45-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The...
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... KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 USB_1394_1 USB_LAN2 LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN1 RTL8111C FDD AUDIO F_AUDIO Intel® P45 SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 SPDIF_I SPDIF_O PCIEX8_1 PCI1 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 CLR_CMOS DDR2_4 SYS_FAN2... M_BIOS B_BIOS TPM IC (Note) F_USB2 F_USB1 IT8718 PCI2 CD_IN CI SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 COMA LPT F_PANEL F1_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-EP45-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3R.
... KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 USB_1394_1 USB_LAN2 LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN1 RTL8111C FDD AUDIO F_AUDIO Intel® P45 SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 SPDIF_I SPDIF_O PCIEX8_1 PCI1 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 CLR_CMOS DDR2_4 SYS_FAN2... M_BIOS B_BIOS TPM IC (Note) F_USB2 F_USB1 IT8718 PCI2 CD_IN CI SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 COMA LPT F_PANEL F1_1394 PWR_LED Only for GA-EP45-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3R.
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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-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 8 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3R.
... 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-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 8 - Only for GA-EP45-DS3R.
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...to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel... CoreTM 2 Duo processor/ Intel® 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 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB North...
...to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) Only for GA-EP45-DS3R. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface IEEE 1394 Support for an Intel... CoreTM 2 Duo processor/ Intel® 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 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB North...
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GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - When two graphics cards are installed, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate at up to x8 mode. (Note 4) Whether the CPU/System fan speed ... will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you are installing one PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP45-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed...
GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - When two graphics cards are installed, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate at up to x8 mode. (Note 4) Whether the CPU/System fan speed ... will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you are installing one PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP45-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed...
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GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin ...
GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin ...
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... to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the ... memory sizes to be enabled if only one direction. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be populated and remain in Flex Memory Mode will appear during the POST....
... to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the ... memory sizes to be enabled if only one direction. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be populated and remain in Flex Memory Mode will appear during the POST....
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Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the PCIEX8_1 slot: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is securely seated ...
Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the PCIEX8_1 slot: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is securely seated ...
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... electrical short inside the cable connector. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side...
... electrical short inside the cable connector. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side...
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GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 22 - 1-8 Internal Connectors 1 3 22 2 6 11 4 5 20 21 4 14 13 7 19 12 18 17 10 16 15 9 8 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) FDD 7) IDE 8) ...
GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 22 - 1-8 Internal Connectors 1 3 22 2 6 11 4 5 20 21 4 14 13 7 19 12 18 17 10 16 15 9 8 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) FDD 7) IDE 8) ...
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... and system from overheating. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to locate pin 1 of different color. 34 33 GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +12V Sense Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN2: Pin...
... and system from overheating. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to locate pin 1 of different color. 34 33 GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +12V Sense Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN2: Pin...
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... a single SATA device. 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-DS3. - 25 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
... a single SATA device. 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-DS3. - 25 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
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GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 1 - 26 - Definition 1 GND SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 2 TXP 3 TXN 7 4 GND 1 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND Please connect the L-shaped end of the SATA 3Gb/s ... number of hard drives does not have to be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP45-DS3R. Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off The LED keeps blinking when the system is in...
GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard 1 - 26 - Definition 1 GND SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 2 TXP 3 TXN 7 4 GND 1 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND Please connect the L-shaped end of the SATA 3Gb/s ... number of hard drives does not have to be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP45-DS3R. Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off The LED keeps blinking when the system is in...
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Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. Pin ...
Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. Pin ...
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... to prevent damage 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 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DXUSB DYUSB...
... to prevent damage 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 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DXUSB DYUSB...
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This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. Failure to do so may cause ...
This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. GA-EP45-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 32 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. Failure to do so may cause ...