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GA-M68M-S2P AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-M68MS2P-1001R
GA-M68M-S2P AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-M68MS2P-1001R
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...and is 1.0. For product-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. Copyright © 2009 GIGA-...carefully read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on how to assist in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to use of this : "REV...
...and is 1.0. For product-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. Copyright © 2009 GIGA-...carefully read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on how to assist in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to use of this : "REV...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-M68M-S2P 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 Optional Items...6 GA-M68M-S2P 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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Box Contents GA-M68M-S2P Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable One SATA 3Gb/s cable 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 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 In and Out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
Box Contents GA-M68M-S2P Motherboard driver disk User's Manual One IDE cable One SATA 3Gb/s cable 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 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 In and Out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
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... power during the installation process can become damaged as a result 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. ...8226; If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • ...
... power during the installation process can become damaged as a result 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. ...8226; If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • ...
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... 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.
... 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.
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... the CPU socket.) • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation ...Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU socket and the CPU. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the surface of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer...
... the CPU socket.) • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation ...Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU socket and the CPU. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the surface of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer...
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... on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent...
... on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent...
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... the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on one side of the installed CPU. Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side... straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: ...
... the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on one side of the installed CPU. Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side... straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: ...
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... hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. If you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This... it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Hardware Installation - 16 - The two DDR2 memory sockets are unable 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 ...
... hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. If you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This... it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Hardware Installation - 16 - The two DDR2 memory sockets are unable 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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... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard.
... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard.
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... the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Gently push...
... the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Gently push...
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... connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. Hardware Installation - 20 - Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature...
... connected to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. Hardware Installation - 20 - Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature...
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... 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATA2_0/1/2/3 2 6 7 8 4 12 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) CD_IN 11) SPDIF_IO 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 13) CLR_CMOS 14) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 -
... 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATA2_0/1/2/3 2 6 7 8 4 12 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) CD_IN 11) SPDIF_IO 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 13) CLR_CMOS 14) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 -
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...cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. •..., the result can supply enough stable power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. When using a 2x10 power supply. 21 43 ATX_12V ATX_12V: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND GND +12V +12V 13 1 24 12 ATX ATX: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6...
...cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. •..., the result can supply enough stable power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. When using a 2x10 power supply. 21 43 ATX_12V ATX_12V: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND GND +12V +12V 13 1 24 12 ATX ATX: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6...
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...MB. Hardware Installation Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The types of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan ...1 of the cable is recommended that a system fan be sure to locate pin 1 of different color. 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 headers. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, ...
...MB. Hardware Installation Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The types of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan ...1 of the cable is recommended that a system fan be sure to locate pin 1 of different color. 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 headers. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, ...
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... audio cable that has separated connectors on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of the...
... audio cable that has separated connectors on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of the...
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.... 4. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Gently remove the battery from the jumper. 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 Chapter...
.... 4. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Gently remove the battery from the jumper. 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 Chapter...
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...the CMOS on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to clear the CMOS values.) - 29 - To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. To flash the BIOS, do not ...you need to) to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to activate certain system features. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during...
...the CMOS on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to clear the CMOS values.) - 29 - To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. To flash the BIOS, do not ...you need to) to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to activate certain system features. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during...