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... types of documentations: For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information...
... types of documentations: For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information...
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... BIOS Floppy COM Port 2 PCI PS/2 KB or Mouse MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out PCI CLK (33 MHz) j (Note) Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. - 8 -
... BIOS Floppy COM Port 2 PCI PS/2 KB or Mouse MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out PCI CLK (33 MHz) j (Note) Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. - 8 -
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... non-ECC memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port (Note 2) (Note 3) - 1 x HDMI port j(Note 3) Realtek ALC888B codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note 4) Support for S/PDIF Out Support for S/PDIF In Support for GA-MA74GM-S2H Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10...
... non-ECC memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Integrated in the North Bridge: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port (Note 2) (Note 3) - 1 x HDMI port j(Note 3) Realtek ALC888B codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note 4) Support for S/PDIF Out Support for S/PDIF In Support for GA-MA74GM-S2H Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10...
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... CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control (Note 5) 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H - 11 -
... CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control (Note 5) 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H - 11 -
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... w w w w w w w Bundled Software w Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 6) Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor...be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 3) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note 4) To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD...
... w w w w w w w Bundled Software w Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 6) Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor...be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 3) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note 4) To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD...
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... beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines...
... beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines...
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...memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. 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 outlet before installing the ... you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and...
...memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. 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 outlet before installing the ... you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and...
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... the PCI Express slot. Align the card with a screw. 5. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the expansion slot...
... the PCI Express slot. Align the card with a screw. 5. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the expansion slot...
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...connection to connect a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port. j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H (Note 1) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 2) Simultaneous output for decoding.) In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel>Sound, ...select Realtek HDMI Output and then click Set Default. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port. HDMI Port(Note 2) j The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface ...
...connection to connect a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port. j Only for GA-MA74GM-S2H (Note 1) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 2) Simultaneous output for decoding.) In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel>Sound, ...select Realtek HDMI Output and then click Set Default. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port. HDMI Port(Note 2) j The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface ...
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Dual Display Combination DVI-D + D-Sub DVI-D + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported or Not Yes No Yes B. The following describes the states of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs: In order to get better playback quality, when ...playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to the recom mended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. Hardware Installation - 20 - The table below . • CPU: AMD Phenom™ X3 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz...
Dual Display Combination DVI-D + D-Sub DVI-D + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported or Not Yes No Yes B. The following describes the states of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs: In order to get better playback quality, when ...playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to the recom mended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. Hardware Installation - 20 - The table below . • CPU: AMD Phenom™ X3 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz...
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When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used to locate pin 1 of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is typically designated by a stripe...fan speed control design. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. Hardware Installation For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local...
When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used to locate pin 1 of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is typically designated by a stripe...fan speed control design. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. Hardware Installation For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local...
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6) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 40 39 2 1 7) SATA2_0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The ... 1 SATA2_1 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND Please connect the L-shaped end of hard drives must be an even number. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD SB710 controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Refer to two IDE...
6) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 40 39 2 1 7) SATA2_0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The ... 1 SATA2_1 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND Please connect the L-shaped end of hard drives must be an even number. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD SB710 controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Refer to two IDE...
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... 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 1 9 3 MIC2_R 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5...GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R Hardware Installation - 26 - Pin No. You may connect the audio cable ...
... 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 1 9 3 MIC2_R 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5...GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R Hardware Installation - 26 - Pin No. You may connect the audio cable ...
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11) SPDIF_IO (S/PDIF In/Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF In/Out. Pin No. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Hardware Installation For purchasing the optional S/PDIF In ... cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out and an audio system that supports digital audio in. Via an optional S/PDIF In and Out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional...
11) SPDIF_IO (S/PDIF In/Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF In/Out. Pin No. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Hardware Installation For purchasing the optional S/PDIF In ... cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out and an audio system that supports digital audio in. Via an optional S/PDIF In and Out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional...
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... Control item to Auto to optimize the system voltage settings. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you made is recommended that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) • When the System Voltage Optimized item blinks in red, it is...
... Control item to Auto to optimize the system voltage settings. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you made is recommended that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) • When the System Voltage Optimized item blinks in red, it is...
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... with the CPU specifications. A message which says "BIOS Is Updating EC Firmware!!! tion CPU. Options are : -12%~+12%. The adjustable range is highly recommended that supports this function. (Default) Auto All Cores Lets the BIOS to configure the settings to defaults. Important It is dependent on the CPU being used . The...
... with the CPU specifications. A message which says "BIOS Is Updating EC Firmware!!! tion CPU. Options are : -12%~+12%. The adjustable range is highly recommended that supports this function. (Default) Auto All Cores Lets the BIOS to configure the settings to defaults. Important It is dependent on the CPU being used . The...
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... +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 -
... +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 -
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... in damage to your CPU (Note) This item appears only if you to be configurable. (Default: Manual) DDR2 Voltage Control Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 39 - Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as required. CPU NB VID Control (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Northbridge VID...
... in damage to your CPU (Note) This item appears only if you to be configurable. (Default: Manual) DDR2 Voltage Control Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 39 - Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as required. CPU NB VID Control (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Northbridge VID...
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... 0 Master } IDE Channel 0 Slave } IDE Channel 2 Master } IDE Channel 2 Slave } IDE Channel 3 Master } IDE Channel 3 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory 640K 1918M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6...
... 0 Master } IDE Channel 0 Slave } IDE Channel 2 Master } IDE Channel 2 Slave } IDE Channel 3 Master } IDE Channel 3 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory 640K 1918M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6...
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... system. If you to select the type of extended memory. - 41 - Head Number of sectors. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Sector Number of heads. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will be reserved for all other errors. Halt On Allows you...
... system. If you to select the type of extended memory. - 41 - Head Number of sectors. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Sector Number of heads. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will be reserved for all other errors. Halt On Allows you...