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... TPM Utility Click the tab at the bottom of the left pane of Smart TPM to install. 2. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk. Some motherboard driver disks include the Smart TPM utility in "Xpress Install." Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the Smart TPM Utility Before you 'll...
... TPM Utility Click the tab at the bottom of the left pane of Smart TPM to install. 2. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk. Some motherboard driver disks include the Smart TPM utility in "Xpress Install." Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the Smart TPM Utility Before you 'll...
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... (8~16 digits recommended) in the BIOS, the latter will store the encrypted TPM User Password in . Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn on the search and Bluetooth functions on your cell phone. Upon completing the steps above, click OK to search for...
... (8~16 digits recommended) in the BIOS, the latter will store the encrypted TPM User Password in . Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn on the search and Bluetooth functions on your cell phone. Upon completing the steps above, click OK to search for...
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...'t display your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone, click Refresh to let Smart TPM re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn off or reset your PSD by plugging in BIOS Setup and then set earlier and click OK to the "Security...
...'t display your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone, click Refresh to let Smart TPM re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn off or reset your PSD by plugging in BIOS Setup and then set earlier and click OK to the "Security...
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...are recommended for installation. "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system. Method 1: Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk. 2. Method 2: To individually install the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility, go to the Install Single Items menu and click the Install buttons on...drivers, including the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM Utility To use GIGABYTE's Ultra TPM, ensure that the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility have been installed in your ...
...are recommended for installation. "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system. Method 1: Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk. 2. Method 2: To individually install the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility, go to the Install Single Items menu and click the Install buttons on...drivers, including the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM Utility To use GIGABYTE's Ultra TPM, ensure that the Infineon TPM driver and the GIGABYTE Ultra TPM utility have been installed in your ...
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GA-EP45C-DS3R/ GA-EP45C-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45CDS3R-1001R
GA-EP45C-DS3R/ GA-EP45C-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45CDS3R-1001R
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Motherboard GA-EP45C-DS3R/GA-EP45C-DS3 May. 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45C-DS3R/ GA-EP45C-DS3 May. 15, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP45C-DS3R/GA-EP45C-DS3 May. 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45C-DS3R/ GA-EP45C-DS3 May. 15, 2008
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...X.X." Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned in this manual...GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. is exclusively licensed to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright ...
...X.X." Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned in this manual...GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. is exclusively licensed to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP45C-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 CPU ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP45C-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 CPU ...
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... IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port...
... IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port...
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GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 LGA775 USB_1394_1 USB_LAN2 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN1 RTL8111C FDD AUDIO F_AUDIO Intel® P45 SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 SPDIF_I ... 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-EP45C-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R.
GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 LGA775 USB_1394_1 USB_LAN2 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN1 RTL8111C FDD AUDIO F_AUDIO Intel® P45 SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 SPDIF_I ... 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-EP45C-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 7 - Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R.
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... can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. • If you do not allow screws to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •...Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding...
... can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. • If you do not allow screws to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •...Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding...
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Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel ...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 ... iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Only for GA-EP45C-DS3.
Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 10 - Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel ...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 ... iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Only for GA-EP45C-DS3.
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...Note 2) For Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system only. (Note 3) If you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 6) This feature is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you are installing one PCI ...Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is optional due to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for optimum performance. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 -
...Note 2) For Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system only. (Note 3) If you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 6) This feature is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you are installing one PCI ...Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is optional due to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot for optimum performance. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 -
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... hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. mended 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 - It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of...
... hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. mended 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 - It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of...
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... replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU...
... replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 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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...diagonally. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. ... the back of the installed CPU. Hardware Installation 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above, the installation is complete. Step 4: You should hear a "click...
...diagonally. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. ... the back of the installed CPU. Hardware Installation 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above, the installation is complete. Step 4: You should hear a "click...
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After the memory is installed. 2. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be populated and remain in only one DDR2... Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS - - - - A memory module can be used . (Go to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity...
After the memory is installed. 2. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be populated and remain in only one DDR2... Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS - - - - A memory module can be used . (Go to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity...
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... module. It is securely inserted. - 17 - DDR3 Dual Channel Memory Configuration: Due to each other or DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the memory and insert it can only fit in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. Hardware Installation DDR2 and DDR3 DIMMs...
... module. It is securely inserted. - 17 - DDR3 Dual Channel Memory Configuration: Due to each other or DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the memory and insert it can only fit in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. Hardware Installation DDR2 and DDR3 DIMMs...
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...off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card from ...the metal contacts on the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Install the driver provided with your expansion card in your card. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the slot. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion card in the expansion slot. ...
...off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card from ...the metal contacts on the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Install the driver provided with your expansion card in your card. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 18 - • Removing the Card from the slot. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion card in the expansion slot. ...
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... connectors when installing. nector on Step 5: the bracket. Connect the other ends of the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable to your motherboard. For SATA device in external enclosure, you to connect external SATA device(s) to your system by expanding the internal SATA port(s) to the...with a screw. Follow the steps below to install the SATA bracket: Step 1: Locate one SATA power cable. the external SATA con- Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. - 19 - Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on your SATA device. Hardware ...
... connectors when installing. nector on Step 5: the bracket. Connect the other ends of the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable to your motherboard. For SATA device in external enclosure, you to connect external SATA device(s) to your system by expanding the internal SATA port(s) to the...with a screw. Follow the steps below to install the SATA bracket: Step 1: Locate one SATA power cable. the external SATA con- Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. - 19 - Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on your SATA device. Hardware ...