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GA-EP45-DS4P/ GA-EP45-DS4 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-EP45DS4-1003R
GA-EP45-DS4P/ GA-EP45-DS4 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-EP45DS4-1003R
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Motherboard GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45-DS4P/ GA-EP45-DS4 May 15, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 May 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45-DS4P/ GA-EP45-DS4 May 15, 2008
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 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 ... 59 2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password 60 2-13 Save & Exit Setup 61 2-14 Exit Without Saving 61 2-15 Security Chip Configuration* (Note 62 "*" Only for GA-EP45-DS4P. - 4 -
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 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 ... 59 2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password 60 2-13 Save & Exit Setup 61 2-14 Exit Without Saving 61 2-15 Security Chip Configuration* (Note 62 "*" Only for GA-EP45-DS4P. - 4 -
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Box Contents GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and...
Box Contents GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and...
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GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN1 CPU_LED R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 ATX_12V_2X LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ACPI_LED (S0/1/3/4/5_LED) PWR_FAN USB_1394_1 GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 DIMM_LED ATX USB_LAN2 USB_LAN1 RTL8111C F_AUDIO AUDIO PCIEX1_1 PE1_LED Intel® P45 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 NB_FAN CODEC PCIEX1_2 M_BIOS PCIEX1_3 B_BIOS ... COMA CLR_CMOS PWR_LED SPDIF_I PW_SW CMOS_SW RST_SW F_PANEL TPM_IC*(Note) SYS_FAN2 F_1394 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SA_LED F_USB2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN3 "*" Only for GA-EP45-DS4P. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 -
GA-EP45-DS4P/GA-EP45-DS4 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN1 CPU_LED R_SPDIF USB_1394_2 ATX_12V_2X LGA775 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ACPI_LED (S0/1/3/4/5_LED) PWR_FAN USB_1394_1 GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 DIMM_LED ATX USB_LAN2 USB_LAN1 RTL8111C F_AUDIO AUDIO PCIEX1_1 PE1_LED Intel® P45 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 NB_FAN CODEC PCIEX1_2 M_BIOS PCIEX1_3 B_BIOS ... COMA CLR_CMOS PWR_LED SPDIF_I PW_SW CMOS_SW RST_SW F_PANEL TPM_IC*(Note) SYS_FAN2 F_1394 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SA_LED F_USB2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN3 "*" Only for GA-EP45-DS4P. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 -
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... of system memory (Note 1) 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-channel Support for Dolby.../66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 10 - Support for Teaming 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (Note 3) 1 x PCI Express x8 slot (The PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX8_1 ...
... of system memory (Note 1) 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-channel Support for Dolby.../66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 10 - Support for Teaming 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (Note 3) 1 x PCI Express x8 slot (The PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX8_1 ...
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... different regional policy. When both of physical memory is populated with the three PCI Express x1 slots. "*" Only for optimum performance. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 12 - When it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 7) This feature is optional due to install it is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than... 5) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP45-DS4P.
... different regional policy. When both of physical memory is populated with the three PCI Express x1 slots. "*" Only for optimum performance. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 12 - When it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 7) This feature is optional due to install it is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than... 5) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot for GA-EP45-DS4P.
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... protective socket cover. Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Follow the steps below to the CPU. Step 3: Lift the metal load plate on the CPU socket. Before installing the CPU, make ...Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU ...
... protective socket cover. Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Follow the steps below to the CPU. Step 3: Lift the metal load plate on the CPU socket. Before installing the CPU, make ...Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU ...
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...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. After the memory is operating in only one... DDR2_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS - - - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is... direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
...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. After the memory is operating in only one... DDR2_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS - - - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is... direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
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...then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Remove the metal slot cover from the PCIEX8_1/PCIEX4_1 Slot: Press the white latch at the end of the...does not rock. • Removing the Card from the slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the chassis back panel. 2. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing...
...then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Remove the metal slot cover from the PCIEX8_1/PCIEX4_1 Slot: Press the white latch at the end of the...does not rock. • Removing the Card from the slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the chassis back panel. 2. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing...
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... following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the...
... following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the...
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Quick Switches This motherboard has 3 quick switches: power switch, reset switch and clearing CMOS switch, allowing users to improper plug/unplug actions. CPU Memory PCIe x8/x16 PCIe x1/... a component (including CPU and memory) or a device (including PCI and PCIe cards and IDE/SATA devices) works abnormally. Power Switch Reset Switch Clearing CMOS Switch GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 22 - The LED will light up during the POST when the components/devices have a problem.
Quick Switches This motherboard has 3 quick switches: power switch, reset switch and clearing CMOS switch, allowing users to improper plug/unplug actions. CPU Memory PCIe x8/x16 PCIe x1/... a component (including CPU and memory) or a device (including PCI and PCIe cards and IDE/SATA devices) works abnormally. Power Switch Reset Switch Clearing CMOS Switch GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 22 - The LED will light up during the POST when the components/devices have a problem.
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...power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of a power supply providing a 2x4 12V power ... GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 24 - The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used that can lead to...
...power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of a power supply providing a 2x4 12V power ... GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 24 - The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used that can lead to...
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... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 1 2 39 40 GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 26 -
... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 1 2 39 40 GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 26 -
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... not able to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be handled in the power cord and restart your computer. • Always turn off . GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 28 - Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder...
... not able to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be handled in the power cord and restart your computer. • Always turn off . GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 28 - Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder...
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If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 30 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. 13) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The...
If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 30 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. 13) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The...
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..., Gray) The header conforms to the IEEE 1394a device. Each USB header can provide one end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Pin No. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 32 - Ensure that the cable is securely connected. The IEEE 1394a header can provide two USB ports via an optional IEEE 1394a bracket. For purchasing...
..., Gray) The header conforms to the IEEE 1394a device. Each USB header can provide one end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Pin No. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 32 - Ensure that the cable is securely connected. The IEEE 1394a header can provide two USB ports via an optional IEEE 1394a bracket. For purchasing...
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date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch ... before turning on the two pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 34 -
date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch ... before turning on the two pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 34 -
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...device setting as needed. : Q-Flash Press the key to accept. To exit Boot Menu, press . Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 36 - You can be based on page 49. : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the ...> or the down arrow key< > to select the first boot device, then press to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EP45-DS4P F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/29/2008-P45-ICH10-7A89PG07C-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function...
...device setting as needed. : Q-Flash Press the key to accept. To exit Boot Menu, press . Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 36 - You can be based on page 49. : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the ...> or the down arrow key< > to select the first boot device, then press to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EP45-DS4P F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/29/2008-P45-ICH10-7A89PG07C-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function...
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... factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-EP45-DS4P. First select the profile you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to...Use this menu to complete. ` F12 : Load CMOS from a profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 38 - First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this function to load the BIOS settings from BIOS...
... factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-EP45-DS4P. First select the profile you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to...Use this menu to complete. ` F12 : Load CMOS from a profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. GA-EP45-DS4P/DS4 Motherboard - 38 - First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this function to load the BIOS settings from BIOS...