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GA-G41MT-D3P GA-G41MT-S2P LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1301 12ME-41MTS2P-1301R
GA-G41MT-D3P GA-G41MT-S2P LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1301 12ME-41MTS2P-1301R
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Motherboard GA-G41MT-D3P/GA-G41MT-S2P Dec. 31, 2010 Motherboard GA-G41MT-D3P/G41MT-S2P Dec. 31, 2010
Motherboard GA-G41MT-D3P/GA-G41MT-S2P Dec. 31, 2010 Motherboard GA-G41MT-D3P/G41MT-S2P Dec. 31, 2010
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... Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by any means without prior notice. Example: The trademarks mentioned in the use of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X."... Disclaimer Information in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual are legally registered to assist in...
... Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by any means without prior notice. Example: The trademarks mentioned in the use of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X."... Disclaimer Information in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual are legally registered to assist in...
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Table of Contents GA-G41MT-D3P/GA-G41MT-S2P Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 9 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
Table of Contents GA-G41MT-D3P/GA-G41MT-S2P Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 9 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
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...® G41 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 B_BIOS M_BIOS CODEC PCI LPT SYS_FAN F_USB2 F_USB1 Intel® ICH7 SATA2_0 CLR_CMOS GA-G41MT-D3P/GA-G41MT-S2P DDR3_1 DDR3_2 F_PANEL ATX SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 Box Contents GA-G41MT-D3P or GA-G41MT-S2P motherboard Motherboard driver disk Two SATA cables User's Manual I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual...
...® G41 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 B_BIOS M_BIOS CODEC PCI LPT SYS_FAN F_USB2 F_USB1 Intel® ICH7 SATA2_0 CLR_CMOS GA-G41MT-D3P/GA-G41MT-S2P DDR3_1 DDR3_2 F_PANEL ATX SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 Box Contents GA-G41MT-D3P or GA-G41MT-S2P motherboard Motherboard driver disk Two SATA cables User's Manual I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual...
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...components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are ...computer system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure they are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). ...
...components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are ...computer system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure they are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). ...
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... Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Easy Energy Saver * Due to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Back Panel Connectors ...) Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the hardware limitation, you install.
... Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Easy Energy Saver * Due to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Back Panel Connectors ...) Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the hardware limitation, you install.
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... to install the CPU: • Make sure that the system bus frequency be set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.) •... (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the surface of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications....
... to install the CPU: • Make sure that the system bus frequency be set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.) •... (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the surface of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications....
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... to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power... two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to chipset limitations, read the manual that memory of the memory. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that came with two memory modules, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. ...
... to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power... two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to chipset limitations, read the manual that memory of the memory. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that came with two memory modules, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. ...
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... audio driver. • 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 this port for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack for USB devices...
... audio driver. • 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 this port for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack for USB devices...
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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.
..., 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.
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... the correct orientation. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). Hardware Installation Before connecting the power connector, first make...
... the correct orientation. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). Hardware Installation Before connecting the power connector, first make...
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...are not configuration jumper blocks. Please connect the L-shaped end of a CPU fan with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. 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. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector...sure to prevent your SATA hard drive. Definition 1 GND 1 2 TXP 1 3 TXN 4 GND 1 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND Hardware Installation - 14 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the SATA cable to the CPU or the system may hang. Do not place a jumper...
...are not configuration jumper blocks. Please connect the L-shaped end of a CPU fan with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. 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. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector...sure to prevent your SATA hard drive. Definition 1 GND 1 2 TXP 1 3 TXN 4 GND 1 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND Hardware Installation - 14 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the SATA cable to the CPU or the system may hang. Do not place a jumper...
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Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Definition 2 10 1 MIC2_L Pin No. For information about connecting ... and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. 7) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio.
Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Definition 2 10 1 MIC2_L Pin No. For information about connecting ... and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. 7) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio.
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... Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch...
... Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch...
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To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to...altering the settings may result in the main menu of BIOS, it with caution. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2010, Award Software, Inc. G41MT-S2P F1d . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu ... arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version:GA-G41MT-S2P F1d) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS...
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to...altering the settings may result in the main menu of BIOS, it with caution. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2010, Award Software, Inc. G41MT-S2P F1d . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu ... arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version:GA-G41MT-S2P F1d) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS...
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...; Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the attached LAN cable. 2-7 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Integrated...
...; Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the attached LAN cable. 2-7 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Integrated...
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... "No". BIOS Setup AC Back Function Determines the state of the system after the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to the motherboard CI header. Enabled clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to its last known awake state upon the return of power from...
... "No". BIOS Setup AC Back Function Determines the state of the system after the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to the motherboard CI header. Enabled clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to its last known awake state upon the return of power from...
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... instability occurs, you may try to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Press on system requirements. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for the motherboard. Current CPU Temperature Displays current CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. If disabled, CPU fan runs at different...
... instability occurs, you may try to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Press on system requirements. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for the motherboard. Current CPU Temperature Displays current CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. If disabled, CPU fan runs at different...
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... are recommended to install. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the drivers that shown in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not...
... are recommended to install. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the drivers that shown in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not...