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...'s Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Changes to assist in this : "...REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to the specifications and features in the use of GIGABYTE. Example: Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE...
...'s Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Changes to assist in this : "...REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to the specifications and features in the use of GIGABYTE. Example: Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE...
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Table of Contents GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Layout 5 GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
Table of Contents GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Layout 5 GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
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GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN VGA COM LPT GA-G41MT-S2PT DDR3_1 DDR3_2 R_USB ATX IDE USB_LAN AUDIO Realtek 8111E iTE IT8720/ IT8718 PCIEX1 PCIEX16 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 Intel® G41 BAT B_BIOS M_BIOS CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH7 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 SATA2_0 F_PANEL SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 Box Contents GA-G41MT-S2PT motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Two SATA cables I/O Shield * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN VGA COM LPT GA-G41MT-S2PT DDR3_1 DDR3_2 R_USB ATX IDE USB_LAN AUDIO Realtek 8111E iTE IT8720/ IT8718 PCIEX1 PCIEX16 PCI1 CODEC PCI2 Intel® G41 BAT B_BIOS M_BIOS CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH7 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN F_USB1 F_USB2 SATA2_0 F_PANEL SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 Box Contents GA-G41MT-S2PT motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Two SATA cables I/O Shield * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
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GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub x16 PCI Express x16 LGA775 CPU CPU CLK+/(333/266/200 MHz) Host Interface Intel...
GA-G41MT-S2PT Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub x16 PCI Express x16 LGA775 CPU CPU CLK+/(333/266/200 MHz) Host Interface Intel...
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...and follow these procedures: •• Prior to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). 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. ...an uneven surface. •• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. •• Before using the product, ...
...and follow these procedures: •• Prior to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). 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. ...an uneven surface. •• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. •• Before using the product, ...
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...version) 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 product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. - 9 - BIOS 2 x 8 Mbit flash... 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 hardware limitation, you install.
...version) 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 product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. - 9 - BIOS 2 x 8 Mbit flash... 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 hardware limitation, you install.
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... so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the CPU Socket Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU - 10 - LGA775 CPU... 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 computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Installing the CPU A.
... so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the CPU Socket Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU - 10 - LGA775 CPU... 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 computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Installing the CPU A.
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...memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: ...8226;• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one memory socket as following: Channel A: ...
...memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: ...8226;• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one memory socket as following: Channel A: ...
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... 2-channel speaker. Serial Port Use the serial port 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 connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals. To configure 7.1-channel audio...
... 2-channel speaker. Serial Port Use the serial port 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 connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals. To configure 7.1-channel audio...
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... Connectors 1 3 5 2 11 8 7 6 9 4 10 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) IDE 6) SATA2_0/1/2/3 7) BAT 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) F_USB1/F_USB2 11) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 -
... Connectors 1 3 5 2 11 8 7 6 9 4 10 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) IDE 6) SATA2_0/1/2/3 7) BAT 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) F_USB1/F_USB2 11) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 -
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If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high ...
If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high ...
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...+12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN SYS_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the connector. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master.... For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Before ...
...+12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN SYS_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the connector. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master.... For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Before ...
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... device unable to work or even damage it. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) ...2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to this header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire ...
... device unable to work or even damage it. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) ...2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to this header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire ...
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... Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer, be sure to factory defaults. 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...
... Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer, be sure to factory defaults. 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...
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To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the...encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. If this chapter or introductions of the BIOS Setup program. G41MT-S2PT E13 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 07/04/2011-G41-6A79PG0RC-00 Function ... to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in system's failure to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. To see more...
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the...encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. If this chapter or introductions of the BIOS Setup program. G41MT-S2PT E13 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 07/04/2011-G41-6A79PG0RC-00 Function ... to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in system's failure to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. To see more...
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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. This feature will turn off all of the USB functionalities below...
...; 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. This feature will turn off all of the USB functionalities below...
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.../+12V Displays the current system voltages. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the motherboard CI header. Enabled clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled) Case...
.../+12V Displays the current system voltages. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the motherboard CI header. Enabled clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled) Case...
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.... Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. - 34 - CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for the motherboard. 2-12 Load Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) PC Health Status Standard CMOS Features Load...
.... Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. - 34 - CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for the motherboard. 2-12 Load Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) PC Health Status Standard CMOS Features Load...
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... Main Menu. 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 Data F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Press on this item and...
... Main Menu. 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 Data F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Press on this item and...