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GA-EP45T-UD3R/ GA-EP45T-UD3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-EP45TUD3R-1002R
GA-EP45T-UD3R/ GA-EP45T-UD3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-EP45TUD3R-1002R
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Motherboard GA-EP45T-UD3R/GA-EP45T-UD3 Oct. 2, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45T-UD3R/ GA-EP45T-UD3 Oct. 2, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP45T-UD3R/GA-EP45T-UD3 Oct. 2, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45T-UD3R/ GA-EP45T-UD3 Oct. 2, 2008
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...published in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. Example: Check your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." Documentation Classifications In order to use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: ... by any means without prior notice. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Copyright © 2008 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example...
...published in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. Example: Check your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." Documentation Classifications In order to use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: ... by any means without prior notice. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Copyright © 2008 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 Optional Items...6 GA-EP45T-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 Optional Items...6 GA-EP45T-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-EP45T-UD3R or GA-EP45T-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-EP45T-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-EP45T-UD3R or GA-EP45T-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-EP45T-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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GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 GSATA2_0 GSATA2_1 GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS CPU_FAN R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 LGA775 PHASE LED ATX USB_1394_2 PWR_FAN USB_1394_1 R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 RTL8111C PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 BAT SPDIF_O CI PCI1 IT8718 SPDIF_I PCI2 PCI3 CD_IN Intel® P45 IDE SYS_FAN2 GIGABYTE Intel® ICH10R SATA2 Intel...
GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 GSATA2_0 GSATA2_1 GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS CPU_FAN R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 LGA775 PHASE LED ATX USB_1394_2 PWR_FAN USB_1394_1 R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 RTL8111C PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 BAT SPDIF_O CI PCI1 IT8718 SPDIF_I PCI2 PCI3 CD_IN Intel® P45 IDE SYS_FAN2 GIGABYTE Intel® ICH10R SATA2 Intel...
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... to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the power, make sure they are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to ... required for warranty validation. • Always remove theAC power by your hardware components are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the...
... to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the power, make sure they are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to ... required for warranty validation. • Always remove theAC power by your hardware components are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the...
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GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive T.I. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33... 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) Only for GA-EP45T-UD3R. Only for CD In 1 x Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running...
GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive T.I. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33... 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) Only for GA-EP45T-UD3R. Only for CD In 1 x Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running...
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GA-EP45T-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-EP45T-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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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 - LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 CPU Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU. ...
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 - LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 CPU Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU. ...
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... CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. B. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU..., always 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. Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket...
... CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. B. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU..., always 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. Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.) Step 3: Remove the protective socket...
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... the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the...the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between ...
... the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the...the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between ...
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...GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard... greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing dif ferent memory sizes to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=...
...GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard... greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing dif ferent memory sizes to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=...
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... power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the socket. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory module.
... power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the socket. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory module.
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.... 3. Make sure the card is fully seated in your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your card. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Graphics... out from the chassis back panel. 2. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Make...
.... 3. Make sure the card is fully seated in your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your card. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Graphics... out from the chassis back panel. 2. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Make...
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..., you to connect external SA TA device(s) to your motherboard. 1-6 Installing the SATA Bracket The SATA bracket allows you only need to hardware. • Insert the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable securely into to the chassis back panel with the GA-EP45T -UD3R only. - 19 - Follow the steps below to install...
..., you to connect external SA TA device(s) to your motherboard. 1-6 Installing the SATA Bracket The SATA bracket allows you only need to hardware. • Insert the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable securely into to the chassis back panel with the GA-EP45T -UD3R only. - 19 - Follow the steps below to install...
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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 an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. RJ-45 LAN Port The ... Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 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 an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. RJ-45 LAN Port The ... Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 20 -
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... 19) COMA 20) CI 21) CLR_CMOS 22) BAT 23) PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before turning on the computer, make sure your computer. GA-EP45T-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 devices... devices and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard.
... 19) COMA 20) CI 21) CLR_CMOS 22) BAT 23) PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before turning on the computer, make sure your computer. GA-EP45T-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 devices... devices and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard.
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... using a power supply providing a 2x4 12V and power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • Use...; The ATX_12V_2X4 power connector i s compatible with power supplies with 2x2 12V power connector. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
... using a power supply providing a 2x4 12V and power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • Use...; The ATX_12V_2X4 power connector i s compatible with power supplies with 2x2 12V power connector. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
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...when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 24 - For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be sure to indicate system power status. Definition 1 CPU_FAN...control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. CPU_FAN: Pin No. 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 (PWR_FAN...
...when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off GA-EP45T-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 24 - For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be sure to indicate system power status. Definition 1 CPU_FAN...control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. CPU_FAN: Pin No. 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 (PWR_FAN...