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GA-MA69G-S3H AM2 socket motherboard for AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-MA69GS3H-1002R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
GA-MA69G-S3H AM2 socket motherboard for AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-MA69GS3H-1002R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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... LTD as the exclu- For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to their respective owners. Documentation Classifications In order to assist ..., carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website. by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The logo is the property of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. Example: Changes to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. is 1.0. Disclaimer Information in this : "REV...
... LTD as the exclu- For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to their respective owners. Documentation Classifications In order to assist ..., carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website. by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The logo is the property of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. Example: Changes to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. is 1.0. Disclaimer Information in this : "REV...
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Table of Contents OptionalItems ...6 Box Contents ...6 GA-MA69G-S3H 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 OptionalItems ...6 Box Contents ...6 GA-MA69G-S3H 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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...1SPINO-11R) TV out bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1AU001-01R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA69G-S3H motherboard Motherboard driver disk Motherboard driver disk (For Windows Vista) User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s ...cables One HDMI-to-DVI adapter (This motherboard only supports DVI-D) 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 ...
...1SPINO-11R) TV out bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1AU001-01R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA69G-S3H motherboard Motherboard driver disk Motherboard driver disk (For Windows Vista) User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s ...cables One HDMI-to-DVI adapter (This motherboard only supports DVI-D) 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 ...
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GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V ATX Socket AM2 VGA LPT OPTICAL HDMI GA-MA69G-S3H 1394 USB USB LAN TV F_AUDIO AUDIO CPU_FAN PCIE_1 PCIE_16 PCIE_2 RTL 8110SC PCIE_3 CODEC CD_IN PCIE_4_1 PCI1 PCI2 COM SPDIF_IO AMD 690G DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 IDE IT8716 BATTERY CLR_CMOS BIOS CI AMD SB600 TSB43AB23 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F1_1394 F2_1394 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 SYS_FAN F_PANEL FDD PWR_LED - 7 -
GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V ATX Socket AM2 VGA LPT OPTICAL HDMI GA-MA69G-S3H 1394 USB USB LAN TV F_AUDIO AUDIO CPU_FAN PCIE_1 PCIE_16 PCIE_2 RTL 8110SC PCIE_3 CODEC CD_IN PCIE_4_1 PCI1 PCI2 COM SPDIF_IO AMD 690G DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 IDE IT8716 BATTERY CLR_CMOS BIOS CI AMD SB600 TSB43AB23 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F1_1394 F2_1394 SATAII3 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII0 SYS_FAN F_PANEL FDD PWR_LED - 7 -
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...that all cables and power connectors of electrostatic discharge (ESD). If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. ...- 9 - English 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 ...
...that all cables and power connectors of electrostatic discharge (ESD). If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. ...- 9 - English 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 ...
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... DDR2 800/667/533 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the South Bridge Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 2 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus...
... DDR2 800/667/533 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the South Bridge Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 2 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 10 - English 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Front Side Bus...
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.... (Note 2) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 3) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 12 -
.... (Note 2) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 3) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 12 -
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... the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
... the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
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... computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle...
... computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle...
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... the CPU. English 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below 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: Finally...
... the CPU. English 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below 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: Finally...
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...mode cannot be enabled if only one direction. If you are to be installed, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=... DDRII_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS - - - - - - - - GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 16 - The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before ...same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
...mode cannot be enabled if only one direction. If you are to be installed, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=... DDRII_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS - - - - - - - - GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 16 - The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before ...same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
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.... Be sure to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Notch DDR2 DIMM A DDR2 memory module has a notch, so it...
.... Be sure to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Notch DDR2 DIMM A DDR2 memory module has a notch, so it...
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... graphics card into the slot. 4. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your computer. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 18 - English 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Make sure the small white-drawable... computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card.
... graphics card into the slot. 4. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your computer. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 18 - English 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Make sure the small white-drawable... computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card.
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... device. (The item name may not be displayed smoothly during the playback of 1920x1080p but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 20 - Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of an...
... device. (The item name may not be displayed smoothly during the playback of 1920x1080p but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 20 - Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of an...
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Refer 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 1 Gbps data rate. English IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE ...
Refer 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 1 Gbps data rate. English IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE ...
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... 13) SPDIF_IO 14) TV 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) COM 18) CLR_CMOS 19) CI Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
... 13) SPDIF_IO 14) TV 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 16) F1_1394 / F2_1394 17) COM 18) CLR_CMOS 19) CI Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 22 - 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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...is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply 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. English 1/2) ATX_12V_2X/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can...
...is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply 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. English 1/2) ATX_12V_2X/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can...
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...connect a floppy disk drive. The types of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. English 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). A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection ... header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on the connector. 33 1 34 2 GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 24 - When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. CPU_FAN : Pin No. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that...
...connect a floppy disk drive. The types of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. English 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). A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection ... header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on the connector. 33 1 34 2 GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 24 - When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. CPU_FAN : Pin No. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that...
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... local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Danger of the battery holder, making them short for one . GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear...
... local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Danger of the battery holder, making them short for one . GA-MA69G-S3H Motherboard - 26 - Pin No. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear...