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...motherboard looks like this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Example: The trademarks mentioned in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: ... manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means...website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read ...
...motherboard looks like this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Example: The trademarks mentioned in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: ... manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means...website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read ...
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... 57 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 57 3-2 Application Software 58 3-3 Technical Manuals 58 3-4 Contact ...59 3-5 System ...59 3-6 Download Center 60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 ...
... 57 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 57 3-2 Application Software 58 3-3 Technical Manuals 58 3-4 Contact ...59 3-5 System ...59 3-6 Download Center 60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 ...
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Box Contents GA-P43-ES3G motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables 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 package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only. 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) - 6 -
Box Contents GA-P43-ES3G motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables 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 package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only. 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) - 6 -
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GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM .... (Note 2) To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. (Note 3) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may...
GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM .... (Note 2) To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. (Note 3) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may...
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...end of the PCI Express x16 slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the ... in your expansion card(s). 7. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently insert the graphics card...
...end of the PCI Express x16 slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the ... in your expansion card(s). 7. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently insert the graphics card...
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... drive, walkman, etc. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 20 - Refer to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. This jack can be connected to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. To enable 7.1-channel audio...
... drive, walkman, etc. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 20 - Refer to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. This jack can be connected to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. To enable 7.1-channel audio...
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.../Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash B. To show the BIOS POST screen. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the driver disk, the key can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. : Q-Flash Press the key to the ...to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. To exit Boot Menu, press . A. Function Keys: : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/30/2008-P43-ICH10-7A69PG0CC-00 Function Keys : POST Screen Press the key to accept. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 32 - The system will still be used for one time only.
.../Q-Flash :XpressRecovery2 :Boot Menu :Qflash B. To show the BIOS POST screen. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the driver disk, the key can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. : Q-Flash Press the key to the ...to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. To exit Boot Menu, press . A. Function Keys: : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/30/2008-P43-ICH10-7A69PG0CC-00 Function Keys : POST Screen Press the key to accept. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 32 - The system will still be used for one time only.
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Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Enable Native IDE mode if you wish to install operating systems that allows the storage driver to Disabled. Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead ... and configures the SATA controllers to PATA mode. (Default) AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to install operating systems that cannot be disabled automatically. (Default: Disabled) GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 46 -
Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Enable Native IDE mode if you wish to install operating systems that allows the storage driver to Disabled. Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead ... and configures the SATA controllers to PATA mode. (Default) AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to install operating systems that cannot be disabled automatically. (Default: Disabled) GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 46 -
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... After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. Failure to install....your mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will automatically scan your optical drive. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) • After...
... After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. Failure to install....your mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will automatically scan your optical drive. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) • After...
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3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 58 -
3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 58 -
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3-4 Contact Click the URL on this page to link to check the contact information for GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch of fices. 3-5 System This page provides the basic system information. - 59 - Drivers Installation Or read the last page of th is manual to the GIGABYTE Web site.
3-4 Contact Click the URL on this page to link to check the contact information for GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch of fices. 3-5 System This page provides the basic system information. - 59 - Drivers Installation Or read the last page of th is manual to the GIGABYTE Web site.
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3-6 Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 60 - The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed.
3-6 Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard - 60 - The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed.
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... back up your system data and perform restoration of data). • It is recommended to back up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are different utilities. System Requirements: • Intel® platform • At least 64 MB of the hard drive, make sure to leave enough unallocated space...
... back up your system data and perform restoration of data). • It is recommended to back up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are different utilities. System Requirements: • Intel® platform • At least 64 MB of the hard drive, make sure to leave enough unallocated space...
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B. Boot from the motherboard driver disk to store the backup image file. - 64 - Select BACKUP to startup XpressRecovery2..... Figure 12 GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 will then begin the backup process (Figure 11). Boot from CD/DVD: Press any key to ... you wish to enter Xpress Recovery2. . . Using the Backup Function in Xpress Recovery2 for the first time. P43-ES3G E28 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/30/2008-P43-ICH10-7A69PG0CC-00 Figure 9 C. When you use the backup function in Xpress Recovery2 1. Figure 10 Figure 11 ...
B. Boot from the motherboard driver disk to store the backup image file. - 64 - Select BACKUP to startup XpressRecovery2..... Figure 12 GA-P43-ES3G Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 will then begin the backup process (Figure 11). Boot from CD/DVD: Press any key to ... you wish to enter Xpress Recovery2. . . Using the Backup Function in Xpress Recovery2 for the first time. P43-ES3G E28 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/30/2008-P43-ICH10-7A69PG0CC-00 Figure 9 C. When you use the backup function in Xpress Recovery2 1. Figure 10 Figure 11 ...
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... operating system has been updated with the latest Service Pack for High Definition Audio" has been installed from the motherboard driver disk and your microphone to instructions on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1 (Note)-channel audio. Channel Audio Configurations: ...Refer to MP3 music, have an Internet chat, make sure the "Microsoft UAA Bus driver for Windows. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1- Doubleclick the icon to change the function for multi-channel speaker configurations. • 2 -channel audio: Headphone...
... operating system has been updated with the latest Service Pack for High Definition Audio" has been installed from the motherboard driver disk and your microphone to instructions on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1 (Note)-channel audio. Channel Audio Configurations: ...Refer to MP3 music, have an Internet chat, make sure the "Microsoft UAA Bus driver for Windows. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1- Doubleclick the icon to change the function for multi-channel speaker configurations. • 2 -channel audio: Headphone...
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Note: The microphone functions on the front panel. Step 2: Connect your microphone to access the Audio Control Panel. Appendix Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. 5-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in your system tray and click it to open the volume control panel - 77 - Double-click the icon to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Line in jack on the front panel and back panel cannot be used at the same time. Step 3: Locate the Volume icon in your system tray.
Note: The microphone functions on the front panel. Step 2: Connect your microphone to access the Audio Control Panel. Appendix Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. 5-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in your system tray and click it to open the volume control panel - 77 - Double-click the icon to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Line in jack on the front panel and back panel cannot be used at the same time. Step 3: Locate the Volume icon in your system tray.