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GA-G41M-ES2L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-G41MES2L-1101R
GA-G41M-ES2L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-G41MES2L-1101R
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-G41M-ES2L 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-G41M-ES2L 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 ...
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Box Contents GA-G41M-ES2L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s 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 the product package you obtain. Optional Items 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 in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
Box Contents GA-G41M-ES2L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s 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 the product package you obtain. Optional Items 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 in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
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GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA LPT VGA R_USB ATX IDE GA-G41M-ES2L DDR2_1 DDR2_2 PWR_LED F_PANEL USB LAN COMB AUDIO F_AUDIO RTL8111C/D(L) PCIEX1 PCIEX16 CLR_CMOS Intel® G41 BATTERY B_BIOS M_BIOS IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_IO FDD CI SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 - 7 -
GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA LPT VGA R_USB ATX IDE GA-G41M-ES2L DDR2_1 DDR2_2 PWR_LED F_PANEL USB LAN COMB AUDIO F_AUDIO RTL8111C/D(L) PCIEX1 PCIEX16 CLR_CMOS Intel® G41 BATTERY B_BIOS M_BIOS IT8718 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 CD_IN SPDIF_IO FDD CI SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 Intel® ICH7 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 - 7 -
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...processor/ Intel® Pentium® 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 1333/1066/800 MHz...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 ALC888B codec ... chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 10 -
...processor/ Intel® Pentium® 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 1333/1066/800 MHz...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 ALC888B codec ... chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 10 -
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GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual DualBIOS Support ...
GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual DualBIOS Support ...
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.... Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into its locked position. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. B. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket...
.... Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into its locked position. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. B. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket...
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...Channel Technology. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. 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...the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. It is installed. 2. A memory module can be used . GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips ...
...Channel Technology. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. 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...the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. It is installed. 2. A memory module can be used . GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips ...
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... the PCI Express x16 slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in the slot. 3. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to the chassis back panel...
... the PCI Express x16 slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in the slot. 3. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to the chassis back panel...
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... jack can be connected to connect front speakers in jack. Microphones must be used to this audio jack for line in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 20 - To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need connect with the port of HD Audio standard via front panel and enable the multi-channel audio...
... jack can be connected to connect front speakers in jack. Microphones must be used to this audio jack for line in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 20 - To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need connect with the port of HD Audio standard via front panel and enable the multi-channel audio...
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... Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 22 - If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power...
... Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 22 - If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power...
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... drives and optical drives. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 1 SATA2_3 7 1 SATA2_2 7 1 7 1 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 24 -
... drives and optical drives. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 1 SATA2_3 7 1 SATA2_2 7 1 7 1 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 24 -
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... to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on when the system is detected at system startup. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 26 -
... to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on when the system is detected at system startup. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 26 -
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For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 Pin No. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in /out. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 28 - Via an optional S/PDIF in . Each USB header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out and an audio system ...
For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 Pin No. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in /out. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 28 - Via an optional S/PDIF in . Each USB header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out and an audio system ...
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17) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Pin No. Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 30 - This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design.
17) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Pin No. Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 30 - This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design.
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... be based on BIOS Setup settings. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2009, Award Software, Inc. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 32 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. For more information, refer to Chapter 4, "Xpress Recovery2." : BOOT MENU Boot Menu...
... be based on BIOS Setup settings. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2009, Award Software, Inc. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 32 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. For more information, refer to Chapter 4, "Xpress Recovery2." : BOOT MENU Boot Menu...
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... to configure all the changes made in effect. A supervisor password allows you to the system and BIOS Setup. You can also carry out this task.) GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 34 - The Functions of the and keys (For the Main Menu Only) F11 : Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to...
... to configure all the changes made in effect. A supervisor password allows you to the system and BIOS Setup. You can also carry out this task.) GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 34 - The Functions of the and keys (For the Main Menu Only) F11 : Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to...
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... MHz. Fine CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to 333 MHz. Extreme Lets the system operate at three different performance levels. Important It is enabled. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 36 - PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to operate at its good performance level.
... MHz. Fine CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to 333 MHz. Extreme Lets the system operate at three different performance levels. Important It is enabled. GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 36 - PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to operate at its good performance level.
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... : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. Trd2rd(Different Rank) Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 38 -
... : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. Trd2rd(Different Rank) Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard - 38 -