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..."REV: X.X." The trademarks mentioned in any means without prior notice. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. 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. Example: For example, "REV:...
..."REV: X.X." The trademarks mentioned in any means without prior notice. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. 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. Example: For example, "REV:...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard Layout 7 GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard 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 Cooler ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard Layout 7 GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard 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 Cooler ...
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Box Contents GA-P45T-ES3G motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 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 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) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
Box Contents GA-P45T-ES3G motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 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 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) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
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GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ATX COMA LPT DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 COAXIAL R_USB USB_LAN SYS_FAN1 AUDIO Intel® P45 F_AUDIO PCIEX1 Realtek RTL8111D PCIEX16 PCI1 GA-P45T-ES3G IDE JMicron JMB368 PCI2 CODEC PCI3 SPDIF_O PCI4 iTE IT8718 PCI5 CD_IN FDD Intel® ICH10 SYS_FAN2 M_BIOS BAT B_BIOS CLR_CMOS SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_1 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 CI F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED - 7 -
GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ATX COMA LPT DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 COAXIAL R_USB USB_LAN SYS_FAN1 AUDIO Intel® P45 F_AUDIO PCIEX1 Realtek RTL8111D PCIEX16 PCI1 GA-P45T-ES3G IDE JMicron JMB368 PCI2 CODEC PCI3 SPDIF_O PCI4 iTE IT8718 PCI5 CD_IN FDD Intel® ICH10 SYS_FAN2 M_BIOS BAT B_BIOS CLR_CMOS SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_1 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 CI F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED - 7 -
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GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA775 CPU CPU CLK+/(400/333/266 MHz) Host Interface DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz PCI Express x16 Intel...
GA-P45T-ES3G Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA775 CPU CPU CLK+/(400/333/266 MHz) Host Interface DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz PCI Express x16 Intel...
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... wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power supply...power supply has been turned off. •• Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to...
... wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power supply...power supply has been turned off. •• Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to...
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.../ Core™ 2 Duo/ Pentium Dual-Core/ Celeron Dual-Core/ Celeron 400 Series CPU to the product specifications and product-related in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
.../ Core™ 2 Duo/ Pentium Dual-Core/ Celeron Dual-Core/ Celeron 400 Series CPU to the product specifications and product-related in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
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... installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware... CPU - 13 - 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
... installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware... CPU - 13 - 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
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... the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. Hardware Installation - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Follow the steps below to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the load plate. (To protect the CPU socket...
... the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. Hardware Installation - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Follow the steps below to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the load plate. (To protect the CPU socket...
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Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Push down each push pin. If the push pin is inserted... Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage...
Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Push down each push pin. If the push pin is inserted... Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage...
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...- - DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the ...the same colored DDR3 sockets for optimum performance. After the memory is installed. 2. 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 ...
...- - DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the ...the same colored DDR3 sockets for optimum performance. After the memory is installed. 2. 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 ...
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... - DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Place the memory module on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Hardware Installation
... - DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Place the memory module on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Hardware Installation
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... that came with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Make sure the card is fully seated in your card. 1-5 Installing an...
... that came with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Make sure the card is fully seated in your card. 1-5 Installing an...
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...) The default Mic in jack. To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the connector. Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector...
...) The default Mic in jack. To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the connector. Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector...
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..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices: •...
..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. 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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... that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. Connect the power supply...
... that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. Connect the power supply...
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...blocks. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 1 GND... CPU_FAN 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN2: Pin No. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers. Definition 1 SYS_FAN1 1 GND...
...blocks. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 1 GND... CPU_FAN 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN2: Pin No. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers. Definition 1 SYS_FAN1 1 GND...
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... High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 1 9 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L)...) CD_IN (CD In Connector) You may connect your optical drive to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. Pin No.
... High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 1 9 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L)...) CD_IN (CD In Connector) You may connect your optical drive to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. Pin No.
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... into the USB header. • Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. Pin No. Hardware Installation 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out... an HDMI display to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to your expansion card. Pin No.
... into the USB header. • Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. Pin No. Hardware Installation 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out... an HDMI display to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to your expansion card. Pin No.