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GA-EX38T-DQ6 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-EX38TDQ6-1101R
GA-EX38T-DQ6 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-EX38TDQ6-1101R
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...-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: is 1.0. sive global distributor of this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. Disclaimer Information in any form or by...
...-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: is 1.0. sive global distributor of this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. Disclaimer Information in any form or by...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX38T-DQ6 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 Cooler 15 1-3-3 Removing the Crazy Cool Heatsink from the Back of the Motherboard ..... 16 1-4 Installing the Memory 17 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX38T-DQ6 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 Cooler 15 1-3-3 Removing the Crazy Cool Heatsink from the Back of the Motherboard ..... 16 1-4 Installing the Memory 17 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory...
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... in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EX38T-DQ6 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 Two SATA brackets I/O Shield Two screw nuts • 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.
... in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EX38T-DQ6 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 Two SATA brackets I/O Shield Two screw nuts • 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-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN1 CPU_FAN RCA_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X LGA775 ATX USB_1394_1 V_PHASE LED USB_1394_2 USB_LAN PWR_FAN USB_LAN2 RTL8111B/ RTL8111C AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® X38 F_AUDIO RTL8111B/ RTL8111C PCIE_1 PCIE_16_1 GA-EX38T-DQ6 PCIE_2 CODEC CD_IN PCIE_3 BP_BIOS MAIN_BIOS BAT ...SPDIF_O PCIE_16_2 CLR_CMOS FDD DDRIII1 DDRIII2 DDRIII3 DDRIII4 Intel® ICH9R SATAII0 IDE SATAII1 PCI1 IT8718 PCI2 CI COM LPT F_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 TSB43AB23 GIGABYTE SATA2 ...
GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN1 CPU_FAN RCA_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X LGA775 ATX USB_1394_1 V_PHASE LED USB_1394_2 USB_LAN PWR_FAN USB_LAN2 RTL8111B/ RTL8111C AUDIO NB_FAN Intel® X38 F_AUDIO RTL8111B/ RTL8111C PCIE_1 PCIE_16_1 GA-EX38T-DQ6 PCIE_2 CODEC CD_IN PCIE_3 BP_BIOS MAIN_BIOS BAT ...SPDIF_O PCIE_16_2 CLR_CMOS FDD DDRIII1 DDRIII2 DDRIII3 DDRIII4 Intel® ICH9R SATAII0 IDE SATAII1 PCI1 IT8718 PCI2 CI COM LPT F_1394 F_USB2 F_USB1 TSB43AB23 GIGABYTE SATA2 ...
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... and power connectors of your hardware components are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.... • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an...
... and power connectors of your hardware components are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.... • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an...
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...IEEE 1394a bracket connected to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - 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 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s... channel memory architecture (Note 2) Support for DDR3 1900/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory Realtek ALC889A codec ...SATAII0, SATAII1, SATAII2, SATAII3, SATAII4, SATAII5) supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 10 -
...IEEE 1394a bracket connected to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices - 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 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s... channel memory architecture (Note 2) Support for DDR3 1900/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory Realtek ALC889A codec ...SATAII0, SATAII1, SATAII2, SATAII3, SATAII4, SATAII5) supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 10 -
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Increase FSB voltage by 0.05V to 0.35V with 0.05V increment - Adjust DDR3 frequency - GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 12 - Increase DDR3 voltage by 0.05V to 1.55V with 0.05V increment - Adjust PCI Express frequency from 100 MHz to 700 MHz with 0.025V increment ... 3) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) The adjustable CPU voltage range depends on the CPU being used. (Note 6) Due to chipset limitation, Intel ICH9R RAID driver does not ...
Increase FSB voltage by 0.05V to 0.35V with 0.05V increment - Adjust DDR3 frequency - GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 12 - Increase DDR3 voltage by 0.05V to 1.55V with 0.05V increment - Adjust PCI Express frequency from 100 MHz to 700 MHz with 0.025V increment ... 3) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) The adjustable CPU voltage range depends on the CPU being used. (Note 6) Due to chipset limitation, Intel ICH9R RAID driver does not ...
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... Corner 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. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you may locate the notches on...
... Corner 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. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you may locate the notches on...
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... 2: Remove the 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. Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. Before installing the CPU, make sure to... one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 14 -
... 2: Remove the 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. Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. Before installing the CPU, make sure to... one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index fingers. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 14 -
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... the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. 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 to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU...
... the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. 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 to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU...
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... picture to complete the removal of the motherboard. Through the heatsink mounting holes, insert one of the screws provided with the motherboard Step 1: Use a Philips screwdriver to unfasten the three screws as shown and remove the spring nuts. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 16 - 1-3-3 Removing the Crazy... Cool Heatsink from the Back of the Motherboard To install a non-Intel CPU cooler that requires extra mounting holes, follow the steps below ...
... picture to complete the removal of the motherboard. Through the heatsink mounting holes, insert one of the screws provided with the motherboard Step 1: Use a Philips screwdriver to unfasten the three screws as shown and remove the spring nuts. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 16 - 1-3-3 Removing the Crazy... Cool Heatsink from the Back of the Motherboard To install a non-Intel CPU cooler that requires extra mounting holes, follow the steps below ...
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... in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. • Each channel can be populated and remain in Dual Channel mode/performance. - 17 - After the memory...memory bandwidth. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable 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. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is...
... in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. • Each channel can be populated and remain in Dual Channel mode/performance. - 17 - After the memory...memory bandwidth. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable 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. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is...
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... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 18 - Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in one direction. As...
... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 18 - Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in one direction. As...
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... hardware damage. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to correctly install your expansion card in your operating...
... hardware damage. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to correctly install your expansion card in your operating...
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... of the external enclosure. Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket SATA signal cable into the corresponding connectors when installing. nector on your motherboard. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on Step 5: the bracket. Connect the other...panel with a screw. Step 3: Step 4: Connect the power Plug one end of the cable from the bracket to the SATA port on the bracket. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 20 - 1-6 Installing the SATA Bracket The SATA bracket allows you only need to your SATA device.
... of the external enclosure. Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket SATA signal cable into the corresponding connectors when installing. nector on your motherboard. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on Step 5: the bracket. Connect the other...panel with a screw. Step 3: Step 4: Connect the power Plug one end of the cable from the bracket to the SATA port on the bracket. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 20 - 1-6 Installing the SATA Bracket The SATA bracket allows you only need to your SATA device.
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... is occurring • When removing the cable connected 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 side to side to an external audio system that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in...
... is occurring • When removing the cable connected 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 side to side to an external audio system that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in...
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.... In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 22 - Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use...
.... In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-EX38T-DQ6 Motherboard - 22 - Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use...
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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. - 23 - Hardware Installation Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting...
..., 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. - 23 - Hardware Installation Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting...