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GA-G31M-ES2L/ GA-G31M-ES2C LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 2301 12ME-G31MES2L-2301R
GA-G31M-ES2L/ GA-G31M-ES2C LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 2301 12ME-G31MES2L-2301R
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Motherboard GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C May 20, 2010 Motherboard GA-G31M-ES2L/ GA-G31M-ES2C May 20, 2010
Motherboard GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C May 20, 2010 Motherboard GA-G31M-ES2L/ GA-G31M-ES2C May 20, 2010
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...or by copyright laws and is 1.0. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. The trademarks mentioned... in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. No part of this manual may ...
...or by copyright laws and is 1.0. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. The trademarks mentioned... in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. No part of this manual may ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C 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-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C 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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The box contents are for reference only. Optional Items Floppy disk drive cable (Part No. 12CF1-1FD001-7*R) 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-G31M-ES2L or GA-G31M-ES2C motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable Two SATA cables I/O Shield • 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.
The box contents are for reference only. Optional Items Floppy disk drive cable (Part No. 12CF1-1FD001-7*R) 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPOUT-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-G31M-ES2L or GA-G31M-ES2C motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable Two SATA cables I/O Shield • 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-G31M-ES2L. GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C DDRII1 DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL LPT LAN VGA R_USB ATX IDE USB AUDIO F_AUDIO AR8131 AR8132 PCIE_1 PCIE_16 IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_O FDD Intel® G31 BAT B_BIOS M_BIOS CLR_CMOS CI SYS_FAN F_USB1F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 Only for GA-G31M-ES2C. - 7 -
Only for GA-G31M-ES2L. GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA GA-G31M-ES2L/GA-G31M-ES2C DDRII1 DDRII2 PWR_LED F_PANEL LPT LAN VGA R_USB ATX IDE USB AUDIO F_AUDIO AR8131 AR8132 PCIE_1 PCIE_16 IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_O FDD Intel® G31 BAT B_BIOS M_BIOS CLR_CMOS CI SYS_FAN F_USB1F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 Only for GA-G31M-ES2C. - 7 -
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... electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the ... as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - 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. ...
... electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the ... as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - 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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Only for GA-G31M-ES2L. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface USB Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 ... sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge Realtek ALC883/888B codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note...
Only for GA-G31M-ES2L. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 10 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio LAN Expansion Slots Storage Interface USB Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 ... sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge Realtek ALC883/888B codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note...
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...the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. (Note 3) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is less than the stated amount. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for... you need connect with the port of memory size will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install the Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme/ CoreTM 2 Quad/ CoreTM 2 Duo/ ...
...the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. (Note 3) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is less than the stated amount. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for... you need connect with the port of memory size will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install the Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme/ CoreTM 2 Quad/ CoreTM 2 Duo/ ...
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.... • Locate the pin one 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. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:...recom- If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 CPU Alignment Key Pin One Corner...
.... • Locate the pin one 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. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:...recom- If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 CPU Alignment Key Pin One Corner...
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... 4: 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-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin..., 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. Before installing the CPU, make sure to the CPU.
... 4: 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-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin..., 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. Before installing the CPU, make sure to the CPU.
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... surface of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Hardware Installation Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the 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 to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler ...
... surface of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Hardware Installation Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the 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 to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler ...
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... DDR2 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips... are unable to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before...
... DDR2 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips... are unable to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before...
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... module. As indicated in the picture on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
... module. As indicated in the picture on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
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... is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Align the card with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot. Remove the metal slot cover from the... damage. Install the driver provided with your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 18 -
... is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Align the card with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot. Remove the metal slot cover from the... damage. Install the driver provided with your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 18 -
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... 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 this port for GA-G31M-ES2L. - 19 - Parallel Port Use the parallel port to 1 Gbps data rate. Only for USB devices such as a printer...
... 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 this port for GA-G31M-ES2L. - 19 - Parallel Port Use the parallel port to 1 Gbps data rate. Only for USB devices such as a printer...
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... with the port of the LAN port LEDs. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 20 - The following describes the states of HD Audio standard via front panel and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. This...
... with the port of the LAN port LEDs. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 20 - The following describes the states of HD Audio standard via front panel and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. This...
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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. - 21 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
..., 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. - 21 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
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...) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 22 - If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is not connected, the computer will not...
...) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-G31M-ES2L/ES2C Motherboard - 22 - If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is not connected, the computer will not...
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... system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Hardware Installation The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Overheating may hang. • These... fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN) system fan header. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
... system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Hardware Installation The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Overheating may hang. • These... fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN) system fan header. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.