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GA-EP45C-UD3R/ GA-EP45C-UD3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45CUD3R-1001R
GA-EP45C-UD3R/ GA-EP45C-UD3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45CUD3R-1001R
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Motherboard GA-EP45C-UD3R/GA-EP45C-UD3 Oct. 22, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45C-UD3R/ GA-EP45C-UD3 Oct. 22, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP45C-UD3R/GA-EP45C-UD3 Oct. 22, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45C-UD3R/ GA-EP45C-UD3 Oct. 22, 2008
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...detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual ... be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to their respective owners. Copyright © 2008 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD....
...detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual ... be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to their respective owners. Copyright © 2008 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD....
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 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-UD3R/UD3 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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...1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP45C-UD3R or GA-EP45C-UD3 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-EP45C-UD3R. • 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...
...1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP45C-UD3R or GA-EP45C-UD3 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-EP45C-UD3R. • 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...
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Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Layout PWR_FAN KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 LGA775 USB_1394_1 R_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 F_PANEL AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 ...PCIEX1_1 Intel® P45 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 PWR_LED RTL8111C PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 CODEC SPDIF_O IT8718 CI PCIEX1_3 M_BIOS BATTERY PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 B_BIOS Intel® ICH10R CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH10 SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 TSB43AB23 F_USB1 F_USB2 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 GSATA2_0 GIGABYTE...
Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Layout PWR_FAN KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 LGA775 USB_1394_1 R_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 F_PANEL AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 ...PCIEX1_1 Intel® P45 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 PWR_LED RTL8111C PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 CODEC SPDIF_O IT8718 CI PCIEX1_3 M_BIOS BATTERY PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 B_BIOS Intel® ICH10R CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH10 SATA2_4 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 TSB43AB23 F_USB1 F_USB2 SATA2_5 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 GSATA2_0 GIGABYTE...
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... (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and...Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user....
... (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and...Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user....
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GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 10 - Only for DDR2 1333/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Note: Mixed mode, populating DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules simultaneously is not supported. Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High...61559; South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4, SATA2_5) supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices...
GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 10 - Only for DDR2 1333/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Note: Mixed mode, populating DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules simultaneously is not supported. Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High...61559; South Bridge: - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4, SATA2_5) supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices...
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GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.... CPU/System 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-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.... CPU/System 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.
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It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware ... layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU Socket Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements...
It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware ... layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU Socket Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements...
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GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into position. Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch ... the CPU. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B.
GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into position. Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch ... the CPU. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B.
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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. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface..., check the back of the installed CPU. 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. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere...
... diagonally. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface..., check the back of the installed CPU. 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. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere...
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... and installed in Dual Channel mode/performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to chipset limitation, read the following : Channel... (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 DDR2 Dual Channel Memory Configuration: Due to be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
... and installed in Dual Channel mode/performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 16 - Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to chipset limitation, read the following : Channel... (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 DDR2 Dual Channel Memory Configuration: Due to be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
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... power outlet to prevent damage to each other or DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. DDR2 and DDR3 DIMMs are not compatible to the memory module. Notch DDR2 DDR2 DDR3 DDR2 DDR2 DDR3 DDR2 DIMM DDR3 DIMM A DDR2/DDR3 memory...
... power outlet to prevent damage to each other or DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. DDR2 and DDR3 DIMMs are not compatible to the memory module. Notch DDR2 DDR2 DDR3 DDR2 DDR2 DDR3 DDR2 DIMM DDR3 DIMM A DDR2/DDR3 memory...
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...Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Install the driver provided with your expansion ... panel. 2. Turn on the card until it is fully seated in your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to prevent hardware damage. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •...
...Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Install the driver provided with your expansion ... panel. 2. Turn on the card until it is fully seated in your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to prevent hardware damage. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •...
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... includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one free PCI slot and secure the SATA bracket to the chassis back panel with the GA-EP45C-UD3R only. - 19 - the external SATA con- For SATA device in external enclosure, you to connect external SATA device(s) to your system by expanding ... the bracket to the SATA port on your SATA device. Connect the other ends of the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable to your motherboard. Follow the steps below to install the SATA bracket: Step 1: Locate one SATA power cable. nector on Step 5: the bracket. Hardware Installation Then ...
... includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one free PCI slot and secure the SATA bracket to the chassis back panel with the GA-EP45C-UD3R only. - 19 - the external SATA con- For SATA device in external enclosure, you to connect external SATA device(s) to your system by expanding ... the bracket to the SATA port on your SATA device. Connect the other ends of the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable to your motherboard. Follow the steps below to install the SATA bracket: Step 1: Locate one SATA power cable. nector on Step 5: the bracket. Hardware Installation Then ...
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Do not rock it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring ... Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this port for an IEEE 1394a device.
Do not rock it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring ... Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 20 - Before using this port for an IEEE 1394a device.
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..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external...
..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external...
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... a power supply providing a 2x4 12V and a 2x12 power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only...2x12 pin ATX) - 23 - Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cables into pins under the protective covers when using an Intel Extreme Edition CPU (130W). • To meet...
... a power supply providing a 2x4 12V and a 2x12 power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only...2x12 pin ATX) - 23 - Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cables into pins under the protective covers when using an Intel Extreme Edition CPU (130W). • To meet...
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.... 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Speed Control Sense +5V 1 SYS_FAN1 1 PWR_FAN SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN: Pin No. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (...to locate pin 1 of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 33 1 34 2 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 24 - Overheating may hang. • These fan headers are : 360 ...
.... 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Speed Control Sense +5V 1 SYS_FAN1 1 PWR_FAN SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN: Pin No. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (...to locate pin 1 of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 33 1 34 2 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 24 - Overheating may hang. • These fan headers are : 360 ...