Gigabyte GA-8I915GL-MF User Manual [ru]

GA-8I915GL-MF

Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1001
12ME-I915GLMF-1001

Feb. 22, 2005

GA-8I915GL-MF

Motherboard

Feb. 22, 2005

GA-8I915GL-MF

Motherboard

Copyright

© 2005 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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Table of Content

GA-8I915GL-MF Motherboard Layout ........................................................................... 6

Block Diagram................................................................................................................ 7

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation..................................................................................... 9

1- 1 Considerations Prior to Installation .................................................................... 9

1- 2 Feature Summary .......................................................................................... 10

1- 3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink.............................................................. 12

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ......................................................................................... 12

1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink .................................................................................. 13

1- 4 Installation of Memory .................................................................................... 14

1- 5 Install expansion cards................................................................................... 16

1- 6 I/O Back Panel Introduction ........................................................................... 17

1-7 Connectors Introduction.................................................................................. 18

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................ 29

The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : E3) ....................................................... 30

2- 1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 32

2-2 Advanced BIOS Features.............................................................................. 34

2-3 Integrated Peripherals..................................................................................... 36

2- 4 Power Management Setup............................................................................. 39

2- 5 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 41

2- 6 PC Health Status........................................................................................... 41

2- 7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)....................................................................... 43

2-8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ................................................................................... 44

2-9 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 44

2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password..................................................................... 45

2-11 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 46

2-12 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 46

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Chapter 3 Install Drivers............................................................................................. 47

3- 1 Install Chipset Drivers.................................................................................... 47

3-2 Software Applications ..................................................................................... 48

3- 3 Driver CD Information .................................................................................... 4 8

3- 4 Hardware Information ..................................................................................... 49

3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 49

Chapter 4 Appendix................................................................................................... 51

4- 1 Unique Software Utilities ................................................................................ 51

4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction..................................................................................... 52

4-1-2 Xpress Recovery Introduction........................................................................... 53

4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction ........................................................................ 56

4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction ...................................... 65

4-2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 70

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GA-8I915GL-MF Motherboard Layout

SPDIF_O

SPDIF_I

KB_MS

VGA

R_USB

USB

AUDIO1

AUDIO2

RTL8110S

CD_IN

CODEC

LPT

LAN

ATX_12V

AZALIA_FP

PCIE_1

COMA

COMB

LGA775

F2_1394

CPU_FAN

Intel 915GL

PCI1

PCI2

TSB43AB23

F1_1394

GA-8I915GL-MF

DDR2

DDR1

DDR3

ICH6

SATA3
SATA2

SATA1

SATA0

F_USB2F_USB1

BIOS

DDR4

ATX

IDE

BAT

IT8712

SYS_FAN

FDD

IR

CI

CLR_CMOS

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F_PANEL

Block Diagram

1 PCIExpress x 1Ports

PCI-ECLK(100MHz)

PCI Express x1 Bus

PCI Bus

TSB43AB23

RTL 8110S

VGA

LGA775

Processor

Interface

Intel
915GL
GMCH

Intel

ICH6

CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz)

Host

GMCHCLK (200/133MHz)

66MHz
33MHz

14.318MHz
48MHz

BIOS

DDR400/333MHz DIMM

Dual Channel Memory

4 Serial ATA

ATA33/66/100
IDE Channels

Floppy

LPT Port

IT 8712

COM Ports

2 PCI

PCICLK
(33MHz)

RJ45

CODEC

3 IEEE1394

MIC

Line-In

Line-Out

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

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8 USB

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

Ports

24MHz

33MHz

PS/2 KB/Mouse

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation

Preparing Your Computer

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can
become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please
follow the instructions below:

1. Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.

2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

3. It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components
(CPU, RAM).

4. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic pad or
within a electrostatic shielding container.

5. Please verify that you the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector
from the motherboard.

Installation Notices

1. Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers are required
for warranty validation.

2. Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read theinformation
in the provided manual.

3. Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.

4. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.

5. Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.

6. Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

7. Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.

8. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product,
please consult a certified computer technician.

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Instances of Non-Warranty

1. Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.

2. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.

3. Damage due to improper installation.

4. Damage due to use of uncertified components.

5. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.

6. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.

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1-2 Feature Summary

CPU  Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU

 Supports 800/533MHz FSB
 L2 cache varies with CPU

Chipset  Northbridge: Intel® 915GL Express chipset

 Southbridge: Intel® ICH6

Memory  4 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory)

 Supports dual channel DDR400/333/266 DIMM
 Supports 2.5V DDR DIMM

Slots  1 PCI Express x 1 slot

 2 PCI slots

IDE Connections  1 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of 2 IIDE

devices
FDD Connections  1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
Onboard SATA  4 Serial ATA connections
Peripherals  1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode

 1 VGA port, onboard COMA/COMB connection
 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)
 3 IEEE1394 ports (requires cable)
 1 front audio connector
 1 IR connector
 1 PS/2 keyboard port
 1 PS/2 mouse port

Onboard LAN  Onboard Realtek 8110S chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

 1 RJ 45 port

Onboard Audio  ALC880 CODEC

 Supports Jack Sensing function
 Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio
 Supports Line In ; Line Out (Front Speaker Out) ; MIC ;

Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) ; Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

;Side Speaker Out connection

 Supports SPDIF In/Out connection
 CD In

I/O Control  IT8712
Hardware Monitor  System voltage detection

 CPU temperature detection
 CPU / System fan speed detection
 CPU warning temperature
 CPU / System fan failure warning
 CPU smart fan control

(Note 1)

(Note 1) Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage

and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.
For example, 4 GB of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xxGB memory during system
startup.

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BIOS  Use of licensed AWARD BIOS

 Supports Q-Flash

Additional Features  Supports @BIOS

 Supports EasyTune 5 (only supports Hardware Monitor function)
Overclocking  Over Clock via BIOS (DDR)
Form Factor  Micro ATX form factor; 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm

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1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink

Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions:

1. Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.

2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong
direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If this occurs, please change the insert direction
of the CPU.

3. Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and heatsink.

4. Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU prior to system use, otherwise
overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur.

5. Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It is not
recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it
does not meet the required standards for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency
beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications
including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

HT functionality requirement content :

Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your computer system re­quires all of the following platform components:

- CPU: An Intel® Pentium 4 Processor with HT Technology

- Chipset: An Intel® Chipset that supports HT Technology

- BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled

- OS: An operation system that has optimizations for HT Technology

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU

Fig. 1

Metal Lever

CPU with the triangle and gently insert the CPU
into position. (Grasping the CPU firmly between
your thumb and forefinger, carefully place it into
the socket in a straight and downwards motion.
Avoid twisting or bending motions that might cause
damage to the CPU during installation.)

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Gently lift the metal
lever located on the
CPU socket to the
upright position.

Fig. 3
Notice the small gold
colored triangle
located on the edge of
the CPU socket.
Align the
indented corner of the

Fig. 2
Remove the plastic
covering on the CPU
socket.

Fig. 4
Once the CPU is
properly inserted,
please replace the
load plate and
push the metal lever
back into its original
position.

1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink

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Male Push Pin

The top of Female Push Pin

Female Push Pin

Fig.1
Please apply an even layer of heatsink paste on
the surface of the installed CPU.

Fig. 3
Place the heatsink atop the CPU and make sure
the push pins aim to the pin hole on the
motherboard.Pressing down the push pins
diagonally.

Fig. 2
(Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow
is to remove the heatsink, on the contrary, is to
install.)Please note the direction of arrow sign on
the male push pin doesn't face inwards before
installation. (This instruction is only for Intel boxed
fan)

Fig. 4
Please make sure the Male and Female push pin
are joined closely. (for detailed installation
instructions, please refer to the heatsink installation
section of the user manual)

Fig. 5
Please check the back of motherboard after
installing. If the push pin is inserted as the picture,
the installation is complete.

The heatsink may adhere to the CPU as a result of hardening of the heatsink paste.To prevent
such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used
for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heatsink.

Fig. 6
Finally, please attach the power connector of the
heatsink to the CPU fan header located on the
motherboard.

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1-4 Installation of Memory

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Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:

1. Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is
recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.

2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer
power is switched off to prevent hardware damage.

3. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed
in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.

The motherboard supports DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory
capacity and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one
direction. The memory capacity used can differ with each slot.

Notch

DDR

1. The DIMM slot has a notch, so the DIMM
memory module can only fit in one direction.

2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically
into the DIMM slot. Then push it down.

3. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM
slots to lock the DIMM module.
Reverse the installation steps when you wish
to remove the DIMM module.

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GA-8I915GL-MF supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the Dual Channel Technology,

the bandwidth of Memory Bus will double.
GA-8I915GL-MF includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following:

Channel A : DDR 1, DDR 2

Channel B : DDR 3, DDR 4
If you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due
to the limitation of Intel chipset specifications.

1. One/three DDR memory module is installed: The Dual Channel Technology can't operate

when only one DDR memory module is installed.

2. Two DDR memory modules are installed (the same memory size and type): The Dual

Channel Technology will operate when two memory modules are inserted individually into
Channel A and B. If you install two memory modules in the same channel, the Dual Channel
Technology will not operate.

3. Four DDR memory modules are installed: If you install four memory modules at the same

time, the Dual Channel Technology will operate only when those modules have the same
memory size and type.

We'll strongly recommend our user to slot two DDR memory modules into the DIMMs with the same
color in order for Dual Channel Technology to work.
The following table is for Dual Channel Technology combination: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)

DDR 1 DDR 2 DDR 3 DDR 4

2 memory modules

4 memory modules

DS/SS X DS/SS X
X DS/SS X DS/SS
DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

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1-5 Install expansion cards

You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below:

1. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the
computer.

2. Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.

3. Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.

4. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.

5. Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.

6. Replace your computer's chassis cover.

7. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.

8. Install related driver from the operating system.

Installing a PCI expansion card:

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1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector

To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the
keyboard o the lower port (purple).

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.

SPDIF_O (SPDIF Out)

The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3
data to an external Dolby Digital Decoder.

SPDIF_I (SPDIF In)

Use SPDIF In feature only when your device has digital output function.

VGA Port

Monitor can be connected to VGA port.

USB port

Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such
as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface.
Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller,
please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please
contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

LAN Port

The provided Internet connection is Gigabit Ethernet, providing data transfer speeds of 10/100/
1000Mbps.

Line In

Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. can be connected to Line In jack.

Line Out (Front Speaker Out)

Connect the stereo speakers, earphone or front surround speakers to this connector.

MIC In

Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.

Rear Speaker Out

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Connect the rear surround speakers to this connector.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Connect the Center/Subwoofer speakers to this connector.

Side Speaker Out

Connect the side surround speakers to this connector.

You can use audio software to configure 2-/4-/6-/8-channel audio functioning.

1-7 Connectors Introduction

3

1

10

11

2
9

14

4

5

6
17
16

7

8

1315

1) ATX_12V

2) ATX (Power Connector)

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN

5) FDD

6) IDE

7) SATA0 / SATA1 / SATA2 / SATA3

8) F_PANEL

9) CI

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10) AZALIA_FP

11) CD_IN

12) F_USB1 / F_USB2

13) F1_1394 / F2_1394

14) IR

15) COMA / COMB

16) CLR_CMOS

17) B AT

1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the
components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all
components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on
the motherboard and connect tightly.
The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power
connector is not connected, the system will not start.
Caution!
Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. It is
recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or
greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an
unstable system or a system that is unable to start.
If you use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector
on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord ; Otherwise, please do not remove it.

2

4

13

24

Pin No. Definition

1 GND
2 GND

13

12

3 +12V
4 +12V

Pin No. Definition

1 3.3V

1

2 3.3V
3 GND
4 VCC
5 GND
6 VCC
7 GND
8 Power Good
9 5V SB(stand by +5V)
10 +12V
11 +12V
12 3.3V(Only for 24pins AT X)
13 3.3V
14 -12V
15 GND
16 PS_ON(soft On/Off)
17 GND
18 GND
19 GND
20 -5V
21 VCC
22 VCC
23 VCC
24 GND

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3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)

The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin (only for
CPU_FAN) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design.
Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector
wireindicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector
wire is the ground wire (GND).
Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent system overheating and
failure.
Caution!
Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure.

1

Pin No. Definition

CPU_FAN

1

1 GND
2 +12V
3 Sense
4 Speed Control

(Only for CPU_FAN)

SYS_FAN

5) FDD (Floppy Connector)

The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other end of the cable connects to the
FDD drive. The types of FDD drives supported are: 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB.
Please connect the red power connector wire to the pin1 position.

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34

2

33

1

6) IDE (IDE Connector)

An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one
IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If
you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other
as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).

3940

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2

1

7) SATA0/SATA1/SATA2/SATA3 (Serial ATA Connector, Controlled by ICH6)

Serial ATA can provide 150MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA
and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

Pin No. Definition

1

7

1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND

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8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)

Please connect the power LED, PC peaker, reset switch and power switch etc of your chassis front
panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.

Message LED/

Power/

Sleep LED

2
1

IDE Hard Disk

Active LED

HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)

Pin 2: LED cathode(-)

SPEAK (Speaker Connector) Pin 1: VCC(+)

Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
Pin 4: Data(-)

RES (Reset Switch) Open: Normal Operation

Close: Reset Hardware System

PW (Power Switch) Open: Normal Operation

Close: Power On/Off

MSG(Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)

Pin 2: LED cathode(-)

NC NC

MSG+

HD+

MSG-

HD-

Power
Switch

PW+

RES-

PW-

NC

RES+

Speaker Connector

SPEAK-

SPEAK+

20

19

Reset Switch

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9) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open)

This 2-pin connector allows your system to enable or disable the "Case Open" item in BIOS, if the
system case begin remove.

Pin No. Definition

1

1 Signal
2 GND

10) AZALIA_FP(Front Audio Panel Connector)

This connector is supported to connect HD(High Definition) Audio and AC'97 Audio. Check the pin
assignment carefully while you connect the audio panel cable, incorrect connection between the
cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional audio
panel cable, please contact your local dealer.

9

10

English

1

2

HD Audio: AC'97 Audio:

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC2_L
2 GND
3 MIC2_R
4 -ACZ_DET
5 Line2_R
6 FSENSE1
7 FAUDIO_JD
8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L
10 FSENSE2

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC
2 GND
3 MIC Power
4 N/A
5 Line Out (R)
6 N/A
7 N/A
8 No Pin
9 Line Out (L)
10 N/A

HD Audio is the default setting for this connector. To enable AC'97 Audio, from BIOS
settings, set Front Panel Type under Integrated Peripherals to AC97.

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11) CD_IN (CD IN)

Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.

1 Pin No. Definition

1 CD-L
2 GND
3 GND
4 CD -R

12) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector)

Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while
you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make
the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your
local dealer.The "USB Device Wake up From S3" is only supported by rear USB ports.

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Pin No. Definition

1 Power
2 Power

1

9

2

3 USB DX­4 USB Dy­5 USB DX+
6 USB Dy+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC

13) F1_1394/F2_1394 (IEEE 1394 Connector)

Serial interface standard set by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which has features
like high speed, high bandwidth and hot plug.
Be careful with the polarity of the IEEE1394 connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while
youconnect the IEEE1394 cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make
the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional IEEE1394 cable, please contact your
local dealer.

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2

1

16

15

F2_1394

2

10

1

9

F1_1394

Pin No. Definition

1 TPA2+
2 TPA2­3 GND
4 GND
5 TPB2+
6 TPB2­7 No Pin
8 Power
9 Power
10 GND

Pin No. Definition

1 Power
2 Power
3 TPA0+
4 TPA0­5 GND
6 GND
7 TPB0+
8 TPB0­9 Power
10 Power
11 TPA1+
12 TPA1­13 GND
14 No Pin
15 TPB1+
16 TPB1-

14) IR

Be careful with the polarity of the IR connector while you connect the IR. Please contact your
nearest dealer for optional IR device.

Pin No. Definition

1 VCC
2 No Pin

1

3 IR RX
4 GND
5 IR TX

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15) COMA/COMB (Serial Port Connector)

Be careful with the polarity of the COM connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you
connect the COM cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the
device unable to work or even damage it. For optional COM cable, please contact your local
dealer.

Pin No. Definition

1 NDCD A/B­2 NSIN A/B

10

2

19

3 NSOUT A/B
4 NDTR A/B­5 GND
6 NDSR A/B­7 NRTS A/B­8 NCTS A/B­9 NRI A/B­10 No Pin

16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS)

You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by this jumper. To clear CMOS, temporarily
short 1-2 pin. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to prevent from improper use this jumper.

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Open: Normal

1

Short :Clear CMOS

1

17) BAT(Battery)

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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type

recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's

instructions.

If you want to erase CMOS...

1.Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Remove the battery, wait for 30 second.

3.Re-install the battery.

4.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure
required settings or to activate certain system features.
The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS SRAM of the motherboard.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS
SRAM.
When the power is turned on, pushing the <Del> button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will
take you to the CMOS SETUP screen. You can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1".
When setting up BIOS for the first time, it is recommended that you save the current BIOS to a disk in the
event that BIOS needs to be reset to its original settings. If you wish to upgrade to a new BIOS, either
Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can be used.
Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system.
@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that does not require users to boot to DOS before upgrading BIOS but
directly download and update BIOS from the Internet.

CONTROL KEYS

< >< >< >< > Move to select item
<Enter> Select Item
<Esc> Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu

and Option Page Setup Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu
<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu
<F2> Item Help
<F5> Restore the previous CMOS value from CMOS, only for Option Page Setup Menu
<F6> Load the file-safe default CMOS value from BIOS default table
<F7> Load the Optimized Defaults
<F8> Q-Flash utility
<F9> System Information
<F10> Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu

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Main Menu

The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu

Press F1 to pop up a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the possible selec­tions for the highlighted item. To exit the Help Window press <Esc>.

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The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : E3)

Once you enter Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as figure below) will appear on the
screen. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu.

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` Standard CMOS Features
` Advanced BIOS Features
` Integrated Peripherals
` Power Management Setup
` PnP/PCI Configurations
` PC Health Status
` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

If you can't find the setting you want, please press "Ctrl+F1" to search the advanced option
hidden.
Please Load Optimized Defaults in the BIOS when somehow the system works not stable as
usual. This action makes the system reset to the default for stability.



 Standard CMOS Features



This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS.

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 Advanced BIOS Features



This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features.

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 Integrated Peripherals



This setup page includes all onboard peripherals.

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 Power Management Setup



This setup page includes all the items of Green function features.

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 PnP/PCI Configuration

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This setup page includes all the configurations of PCI & PnP ISA resources.

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 PC Health Status



This setup page is the System auto detect Temperature, voltage, fan, speed.

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 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)



This setup page is control CPU clock and frequency ratio.

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 Load Fail-Safe Defaults



Fail-Safe Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in safe
configuration.

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 Load Optimized Defaults



Optimized Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in best
performance configuration.

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 Set Supervisor Password



Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to Setup.

Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

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 Set User Password



Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system.



 Save & Exit Setup



Save CMOS value settings to CMOS and exit setup.



 Exit Without Saving



Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.

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2-1 Standard CMOS Features

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Date (mm:dd:yy) Thu, Apr 29 2004
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` IDE Channel 0 Master [None]
` IDE Channel 0 Slave [None]
` IDE Channel 2 Master [None]
` IDE Channel 2 Slave [None]
` IDE Channel 3 Master [None]
` IDE Channel 3 Slave [None]

Drive A [1.44M, 3.5"]
Drive B [None]
Floppy 3 Mode Suport [Disabled]

Halt On [All, But Keyboard]

Base Memory 640K
Extended Memory 127M
Total Memory 128M

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

Date

The date format is <week>, <month>, <day>, <year>.

Week The week, from Sun to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is display only
Month The month, Jan. Through Dec.
Day The day, from 1 to 31 (or the maximum allowed in the month)
Year The year, from 1999 through 2098

Time

The times format in <hour> <minute> <second>. The time is calculated base on the 24-hour
military-time clock. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00.

IDE Channel 0/2/3 Master, Slave

IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press "Enter" to select this option for automatic device detection.
IDE Channel 0/2/3 Master(Slave) IDE Device Setup. You can use one of three methods:

Auto Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default)
None Select this if no IDE devices are used and the system will skip the automatic

detection step and allow for faster system start up.

Manual User can manually input the correct settings

Access Mode Use this to set the access mode for the hard drive. The four options are:

CHS/LBA/Large/Auto(default:Auto)

Hard drive information should be labeled on the outside drive casing. Enter the appropriate option
based on this information.

Cylinder Number of cylinders
Head Number of heads
Precomp Write precomp
Landing Zone Landing zone
Sector Number of sectors

If a hard disk has not been installed, select NONE and press <Enter>.

Standard CMOS Features

Item Help
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Change the day, month,
year

<Week>
Sun. to Sat.

<Month>
Jan. to Dec.

<Day>
1 to 31 (or maximum
allowed in the month)

<Year>
1999 to 2098

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Drive A / Drive B

The category identifies the types of floppy disk drive A or drive B that has been installed in the
computer.

None No floppy drive installed
360K, 5.25" 5.25 inch PC-type standard drive; 360K byte capacity.

1.2M, 5.25" 5.25 inch AT-type high-density drive; 1.2M byte capacity
(3.5 inch when 3 Mode is Enabled).

720K, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 720K byte capacity

1.44M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44M byte capacity.

2.88M, 3.5" 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 2.88M byte capacity.

Floppy 3 Mode Support (for Japan Area)

Disabled Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value)
Drive A Drive A is 3 mode Floppy Drive.
Drive B Drive B is 3 mode Floppy Drive.
Both Drive A & B are 3 mode Floppy Drives.

Halt on

The category determines whether the computer will stop if an error is detected during power up.

No Errors The system boot will not stop for any error that may be detected and you

will be prompted.

All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be stopped.
All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error; it will stop for all other

errors. (Default value)

All, But Diskette The system boot will not stop for a disk error; it will stop for all other errors.
All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or disk error; it will stop for all

other errors.

Memory

The category is display-only which is determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the BIOS.

Base Memory

The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of base (or conventional) memory installed
in the system.
The value of the base memory is typically 512K for systems with 512K memory installed on
the motherboard, or 640K for systems with 640K or more memory installed on the motherboard.

Extended Memory

The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during the POST.
This is the amount of memory located above 1 MB in the CPU's memory address map.

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2-2 Advanced BIOS Features

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` Hard Disk Boot Priority [Press Enter]

First Boot Device [Floppy]
Second Boot Device [Hard Disk]
Third Boot Device [CDROM]
Password Check [Setup]

# CPU Hyper-Threading [Enabled]

Limit CPUID Max. to 3 [Enabled]
No-Execute Memory Protect
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)
CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2)
On-Chip Frame Buffer Size [8MB]

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

(Note)

(Note)

" # " System will detect automatically and show up when you install the Intel® Pentium® 4
processor with HT Technology.

Hard Disk Boot Priority

Select boot sequence for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc.
Use < > or < > to select a device, then press<+> to move it up, or <-> to move it down the list. Press

<ESC> to exit this menu.

First / Second / Third Boot Device

Floppy Select your boot device priority by Floppy.
LS120 Select your boot device priority by LS120.
Hard Disk Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk.
CDROM Select your boot device priority by CDROM.
ZIP Select your boot device priority by ZIP.
USB-FDD Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD.
USB-ZIP Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP.
USB-CDROM Select your boot device priority by USB-CDROM.
USB-HDD Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD.
LAN Select your boot device priority by LAN.
Disabled Disabled this function.

Advanced BIOS Features

(Note)

[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]

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Select Hard Disk Boot
Device Priority

(Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which supports this function.

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Password Check

Setup The system will boot but will not access to Setup page if the correct

password is not entered at the prompt. (Default value)

System The system will not boot and will not access to Setup page if the correct

password is not entered at the prompt.

CPU Hyper-Threading

Enabled Enables CPU Hyper Threading Feature. Please note that this feature is only

working for operating system with multi processors mode supported.
(Default value)

Disabled Disables CPU Hyper Threading.

Limit CPUID Max. to 3

Enabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4. (Default value)
Disabled Disables CPUID Limit for windows XP.

No-Execute Memory Protect

Enabled Enables No-Execute Memory Protect function.
Disabled Disables No-Execute Memory Protect function. (Default value)

CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)

Enabled Enables CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function.
Disabled Disables CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function. (Default value)

CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2)

Enabled Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function.
Disabled Disable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function. (Default value)

(Note)

(Note)

(Note)

On-Chip Frame Buffer Size

1MB Set On-chip frame buffer size to 1MB.
4MB Set On-chip frame buffer size to 4MB.
8MB Set On-chip frame buffer size to 8MB. (Default value)
16MB Set On-chip frame buffer size to 16MB.
32MB Set On-chip frame buffer size to 32MB.

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(Note) This item will show up when you install a processor which supports this function.

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2-3 Integrated Peripherals

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On-Chip P r i mary PCI IDE [Enabled]
On-Chip SATA Mode [Auto]

x PATA IDE Set to Ch.1 Master/Slave

SATA Port 0/2 Set to Ch.2 Master/Slave
SATA Port 1/3 Set to Ch.3 Master/Slave

USB Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB Keyboard Support [Disabled]
USB Mouse Support [Disabled]
Azalia Codec [Auto]
Front Panel Type [HD Audio]
Onboard H/W 1394 [Enabled]
Onboard H/W LAN [Enabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8/IRQ4]
Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8/IRQ3]
UART Mode Select [Normal]

x UR2 Duplex Mode [Half]

Onboard Parallel Port [378/IRQ7]

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

Integrated Peripherals

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Parallel Port Mode [SPP]

x ECP Mode Use DMA 3

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

Integrated Peripherals

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On-Chip Primary PCI IDE

Enabled Enable onboard 1st channel IDE port. (Default value)
Disabled Disable onboard 1st channel IDE port.

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On-Chip SATA Mode

Disabled Disable this function.
Auto BIOS will auto detect. (Default value)
Combined Set On-Chip SATA mode to Combined, you can use up to 4 HDDs on

the motherboard; 2 for SATA and the other for PATA IDE.

Enhanced Set On-Chip SATA mode to Enhanced, the motherboard allows up to 6

HDDs to use.

Non-Combined Set On-Chip SATA mode to Non-Combined, SATA will be simulated to

PATA mode.

PATA IDE Set to

Ch.1 Master/Slave Set PATA IDE to Ch. 1 Master/Slave. (Default value)
Ch.0 Master/Slave Set PATA IDE to Ch. 0 Master/Slave.

SATA Port 0/2 Set to

This value will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to".

If PATA IDE were set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave, this function will auto set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave.

SATA Port 1/3 Set to

This value will auto make by the setting "On-Chip SATA Mode" and "PATA IDE Set to".

If PATA IDE were set to Ch. 0 Master/Slave, this function will auto set to Ch. 1 Master/Slave.

USB Controller

Enabled Enable USB Controller. (Default value)
Disabled Disable USB Controller.

USB 2.0 Controller

Disable this function if you are not using onboard USB 2.0 feature.

Enabled Enable USB 2.0 Controller. (Default value)
Disabled Disable USB 2.0 Controller.

USB Keyboard Support

Enabled Enable USB Keyboard Support.
Disabled Disable USB Keyboard Support. (Default value)

USB Mouse Support

Enabled Enable USB Mouse Support.
Disabled Disable USB Mouse Support. (Default value)

Azalia Codec

Auto Auto detect Azalia audio function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable Azalia audio function.

Front Panel Type

If you connect HD Audio Panel to the AZALIA_FP connector, set this item to HD Audio. If you
connect AC97 Audio Panel to the AZALIA_FP connector, set this item to AC97.

AC97 Set front audio panel type to AC97.
HD Audio Set front audio panel type to HD Audio. (Default value)

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Onboard H/W 1394

Enabled Enable onboard IEEE 1394 function.(Default value)
Disabled Disable this function.

Onboard H/W LAN

Enabled Enable Onboard H/W LAN function. (Default value)
Disabled Disable this function.

Onboard LAN Boot ROM

This function decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip.

Enabled Enable this function.
Disabled Disable this function. (Default value)

Onboard Serial Port 1

Auto BIOS will automatically setup the port 1 address.
3F8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3F8. (Default value)
2F8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 2F8.
3E8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3E8.
2E8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 2E8.
Disabled Disable onboard Serial port 1.

Onboard Serial Port 2

Auto BIOS will automatically setup the port 2 address.
3F8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 3F8.
2F8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 2F8. (Default value)
3E8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 3E8.
2E8/IRQ3 Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 2E8.
Disabled Disable onboard Serial port 2.

UART Mode Select

This item allows you to determine which Infra Red(IR) function of Onboard I/O chip.

Normal Set onboard I/O chip UART to Normal Mode. (Default Value)
ASKIR Set onboard I/O chip UART to ASKIR Mode.

IrDA Set onboard I/O chip UART to IrDA Mode.

UR2 Duplex Mode

This feature allows you to seclect IR mode.
This function will available when "UART Mode Select" doesn't set at Normal.

Half IR Function Duplex Half. (Default value)
Full IR Function Duplex Full.

Onboard Parallel port

Disabled Disable onboard LPT port.
378/IRQ7 Enable onboard LPT port and address is 378/IRQ7. (Default value)
278/IRQ5 Enable onboard LPT port and address is 278/IRQ5.
3BC/IRQ7 Enable onboard LPT port and address is 3BC/IRQ7.

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Parallel Port Mode

SPP Using Parallel port as Standard Parallel Port. (Default value)
EPP Using Parallel port as Enhanced Parallel Port.
ECP Using Parallel port as Extended Capabilities Port.
ECP+EPP Using Parallel port as ECP & EPP mode.

ECP Mode Use DMA

3 Set ECP Mode Use DMA to 3. (Default value)
1 Set ECP Mode Use DMA to 1.

2-4 Power Management Setup

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ACPI Suspend Type [S1(POS)]
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN [Instant-off]
PME Event Wake Up [Enabled]
Power On by Ring [Enabled]

Resume by Alarm [Disabled]

x Date (of Month) Alarm Everyday
x Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm 0 : 0 : 0

Power On By Mouse [Disabled]

Power On By Keyboard [Disabled]

x KB Power ON Password Enter

AC Back Function [Soft-Off]

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

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ACPI Suspend Type

S1(POS) Set ACPI suspend type to S1/POS(Power On Suspend). (Default value)
S3(STR) Set ACPI suspend type to S3/STR(Suspend To RAM).

Soft-off by PWR-BTTN

Instant-off Press power button then Power off instantly. (Default value)
Delay 4 Sec. Press power button 4 sec. to Power off. Enter suspend if button is pressed

less than 4 sec.

PME Event Wake Up

Disabled Disable this function.
Enabled Enable PME Event Wake up. (Default value)

Power On by Ring

Disabled Disable Power on by Ring function.
Enabled Enable Power on by Ring function. (Default value)

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Resume by Alarm

You can set "Resume by Alarm" item to enabled and key in Date/time to power on system.

Disabled Disable this function. (Default value)
Enabled Enable alarm function to POWER ON system.

If RTC Alarm Lead To Power On is Enabled.

Date (of Month) Alarm : Everyday, 1~31
Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm : (0~23) : (0~59) : (0~59)

Power On By Mouse

Disabled Disable this function. (Default value)
Double Click Double click on PS/2 mouse left button to power on the system.

Power On By Keyboard

Password Enter from 1 to 5 characters to set the Keyboard Power On Password.
Disabled Disabled this function. (Default value)
Keyboard 98 If your keyboard have "POWER Key" button, you can press the key to

power on the system.

KB Power ON Password

When "Power On by Keyboard" set at Password, you can set the password here.

Enter Input password (from 1 to 5 characters) and press Enter to set the Keyboard

Power On password.

AC Back Function

Soft-Off When AC-power back to the system, the system will be in "Off" state.

(Default value)

Full-On When AC-power back to the system, the system always in "On" state.

Memory When AC-power back to the system, the system will return to the Last state

before AC-power off.

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2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations

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PCI 1 IRQ Assignment [Auto]

PCI 2 IRQ Assignment [Auto]

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

PCI 1 IRQ Assignment

Auto Auto assign IRQ to PCI 1. (Default value)
3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 1.

PCI 2 IRQ Assignment

Auto Auto assign IRQ to PCI 2. (Default value)
3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 2.

PnP/PCI Configurations

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2-6 PC Health Status

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Reset Case Open Status [Disabled]

Case Opened Yes

Vcore OK

DDR25V OK

+3.3V OK

+12V OK

Current CPU Temperature 33

Current CPU FAN Speed 4687 RPM

Current SYSTEM FAN Speed 0 RPM

CPU Warning Temperature [Disabled]

CPU FAN Fail Warning [Disabled]

SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning [Disabled]

CPU Smart FAN Control [Enabled]

CPU Smart FAN Mode [Auto]

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

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Reset Case Open Status

Case Opened

If the case is closed, "Case Opened" will show "No".
If the case have been opened, "Case Opened" will show "Yes".

If you want to reset "Case Opened" value, set "Reset Case Open Status" to
"Enabled" and save CMOS, your computer will restart.

Current Voltage(V) Vcore / DDR25V / +3.3V / +12V

Detect system's voltage status automatically.

Current CPU Temperature

Detect CPU temperature automatically.

Current CPU/SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM)

Detect CPU/SYSTEM Fan speed status automatically.

CPU Warning Temperature

60oC / 140oF Monitor CPU temperature at 60oC / 140oF.
70oC / 158oF Monitor CPU temperature at 70oC / 158oF.
80oC / 176oF Monitor CPU temperature at 80oC / 176oF.
90oC / 194oF Monitor CPU temperature at 90oC / 194oF.
Disabled Disable this function. (Default value)

CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning

Disabled Fan warning function disable. (Default value)
Enabled Fan warning function enable.

CPU Smart FAN Control

Disabled Disable this function.
Enabled Enable CPU Smart Fan control function. (Default value)

a. When the CPU temperature is higher than 65 degrees Celsius, CPU fan

will run at full speed.

b. The speed of CPU fan will increase linearly depand on the temperature

if the temperature is more than 41 degree and less than 65 degree.

c . When the CPU temperature is lower than 40 degrees Celsius, CPU fan

willbe disable.

CPU Smart FAN Mode

This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled.

Auto BIOS autodetects the type of CPU fan you installed and sets the optimal CPU

Smart FAN control mode for it. (Default Value)
Voltage Set to Voltage when you use a CPU fan with a 3-pin fan power cable.
PWM Set to PWM when you use a CPU fan with a 4-pin fan power cable.

Note: In fact, the Voltage option can be used for CPU fans with 3-pin or 4-pin power cables.
However, some 4-pin CPU fan power cables are not designed following Intel 4-Wire fans PWM
control specifications. With such CPU fans, selecting PWM will not effectively reduce the fan
speed.

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2-7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

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CPU Clock Ratio [15X]
Memory Frequency For [Auto]

Memory Frequency (Mhz) 400

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

Incorrect using these features may cause your system broken. For power end-user use only.

CPU Clock Ratio

This setup option will automatically assign by CPU detection.
The option will display "Locked" and read only if the CPU ratio is not changeable.

Memory Frequency For

Wrong frequency may make system can't boot, clear CMOS to overcome wrong frequency issue.
for FSB(Front Side Bus) frequency=533MHz,

3.0 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 3.0.

4.0 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 4.0.
Auto Set Memory frequency by DRAM SPD data. (Default value)

for FSB(Front Side Bus) frequency=800MHz,

2.0 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.0.

2.66 Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.66.
Auto Set Memory frequency by DRAM SPD data. (Default value)

Memory Frequency (Mhz)

The values depend on "Memory Frequency For" item.

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2-8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults

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` Standard CMOS Features
` Advanced BIOS Features
` Integrated Peripherals
` Power Management Setup
` PnP/PCI Configurations
` PC Health Status
` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N)? N

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Fail-Safe defaults contain the most appropriate values of the system parameters that allow minimum system
performance.

2-9 Load Optimized Defaults

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` Standard CMOS Features
` Advanced BIOS Features
` Integrated Peripherals
` Power Management Setup
` PnP/PCI Configurations
` PC Health Status
` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Load Optimized Defaults (Y/N)? N

Load Optimized Defaults

Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Selecting this field loads the factory defaults for BIOS and Chipset Features which the system automatically
detects.

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2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password

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` Standard CMOS Features
` Advanced BIOS Features
` Integrated Peripherals
` Power Management Setup
` PnP/PCI Configurations
` PC Health Status
` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Enter Password:

Change/Set/Disable Password

Selecting this field loads the factory defaults for BIOS and Chipset Features which the system automatically
detects.
When you select this function, the following message will appear at the center of the screen to assist you in
creating a password.
Type the password, up to eight characters, and press <Enter>. You will be asked to confirm the password.
Type the password again and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection and not enter
a password.
To disable password, just press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter password. A message
"PASSWORD DISABLED" will appear to confirm the password being disabled. Once the password is disabled,
the system will boot and you can enter Setup freely.
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords:
SUPERVISOR PASSWORD and a USER PASSWORD. When disabled, anyone may access all BIOS Setup
program function. When enabled, the Supervisor password is required for entering the BIOS Setup program
and having full configuration fields, the User password is required to access only basic items.
If you select "System" at "Password Check" in Advance BIOS Features Menu, you will be prompted for the
password every time the system is rebooted or any time you try to enter Setup Menu.
If you select "Setup" at "Password Check" in Advance BIOS Features Menu, you will be prompted only when
you try to enter Setup.

Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

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English

2-11 Save & Exit Setup

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2005 Award Software

` Standard CMOS Features
` Advanced BIOS Features
` Integrated Peripherals
` Power Management Setup
` PnP/PCI Configurations
` PC Health Status
` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y

Save & Exit Setup

Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility and save the user setup value to RTC CMOS.
Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.

2-12 Exit Without Saving

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2005 Award Software

` Standard CMOS Features
` Advanced BIOS Features
` Integrated Peripherals
` Power Management Setup
` PnP/PCI Configurations
` PC Health Status
` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? N

Abandon all Data

Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility without saving to RTC CMOS.
Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.

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Chapter 3 Install Drivers

Pictures below are shown in Windows XP.
Insert the driver CD-title that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive, the driver
CD-title will auto start and show the installation guide. If not, please double click the CD-ROM
device icon in "My computer", and execute the Run.exe.

3-1 Install Chipset Drivers

After insert the driver CD, "Xpress Install" will scan automatically the system and then list all the drivers that
recommended to install. Please pick the item that you want and press "install" followed the item; or you can
press "Xpress Install" to install all items defaulted.

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Some device drivers will restart your system automatically. After restarting
your system the "Xpress Install" will continue to install other drivers.
System will reboot automatically after install the drivers, afterward you can
install others application.

For USB2.0 driver support under Windows XP operating system, please
use Windows Service Pack. After install Windows Service Pack, it will show
a question mark "?" in "Universal Serial Bus controller" under "Device
Manager". Please remove the question mark and restart the system (System
will auto-detect the right USB2.0 driver).

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3-2 Software Applications

This page displays all the tools that Gigabyte developed and some free software, you can choose anyone
you want and press "install" to install them.

3-3 Driver CD Information

This page lists the contents of software and drivers in this CD-title.

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3-4 Hardware Information

This page lists all device you have for this motherboard.

3-5 Contact Us

Please see the last page for details.

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Chapter 4 Appendix

4-1 Unique Software Utilities

(Not all model support these Unique Software Utilities, please check your MB features.)

U-PLUS D.P.S. (Universal Plus Dual Power System)

The U-Plus Dual Power System (U-Plus DPS) is a revolutionary eight-phase power circuit
built for ultimate system protection. Designed to withstand varying current levels and
changes, the U-Plus D.P.S. provides an immensely durable and stable power circuit to the
CPU for solid system stability. These characteristics make it the ideal companion with the
latest LGA775 Intel
blue LED's are mounted on the U-Plus D.P.S. for intelligent indication of system loading.

M.I.T. (Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker)

Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker (M.I.T.) allows user to access and change BIOS feature
settings with relative speed and ease. Through GIGABYTE M.I.T. feature the user is no
longer required to switch into different modes within BIOS setup in order to change system
settings such as the CPU system bus, memory timings or to enabled Gigabyte's unique
C.I.A. 2 and M.I.B. 2 features. M.I.T.'s integration of all platform performance settings into
a single mode now gives any user the ability to control and enhance their computer system
to the desired level.

C.I.A.2 (CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2)

GIGABYTE CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2(C.I.A. 2) is designed to automatically adjust CPU
computing power to maximize system performance. When enabled, the program detects
the current CPU loading and automatically accelerates the CPU computing performance to
allow for a faster and smoother execution of programs. When the function is disabled, the
CPU is returned to its initial status.

M.I.B.2 (Memory Intelligent Booster 2)

Built on the original M.I.B., the new Memory Intelligent Booster 2 (M.I.B. 2) is designed
especially to maximize memory performance and boost memory bandwidth up to 10%.
With added branded memory module information, users are able to optimize memory
performance by selecting from a recommended memory module list.

S.O.S. (System Overclock Saver)

System Overclock Saver (S.O.S.) is a unique feature that eliminates system boot-up errors
resulting from system over-enhancement by the user. With GIGABYTE's proprietary
S.O.S. feature, users no longer need to open up the PC chassis and short-circuit the "Clear
CMOS" pins or the battery on the motherboard to reset the system back to factory default
settings. Instead, S.O.S. automatically resets the overclocked system settings back to their
factory defaults to provide a more user-friendly and reliable platform for users.

Download Center

Download Center allows users to quickly download and update their BIOS as well as the
latest drivers for their system. Download Center automatically runs a system check of the
user PC and provides the user with the current system information as well as displaying a
detailed list of all new drivers with the option for download.

C.O.M. (Corporate Online Management)

A web-based system management tool that allows system hardware information such as
CPU, memory, graphics card, etc. to be monitored and controlled via the Internet, C.O.M.
allows corporate MIS engineers to easily maintain corporate computers such as providing
the most up-to-date drivers and BIOS.

®

Pentium® 4 Processor as well as future Intel® processors. As well, 4

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Appendix- 51 -

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4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction

EasyTune 5 presents the most convenient Windows based system performance enhancement and
manageability utility. Featuring several powerful yet easy to use tools such as 1) Overclocking for enhancing
system performance, 2) C.I.A. and M.I.B. for special enhancement for CPU and Memory, 3) Smart-Fan
control for managing fan speed control of both CPU cooling fan and North-Bridge Chipset cooling fan, 4) PC
health for monitoring system status.

User Interface Overview

Button / Display Description

1. Overclocking Enters the Overclocking setting page

2. C.I.A./C.I.A.2 and M.I.B./M.I.B.2 Enters the C.I.A./2 and M.I.B./2 setting page

3. Smart-Fan Enters the Smart-Fan setting page

4. PC Health Enters the PC Health setting page

5. GO Confirmation and Execution button

6. "Easy Mode" & "Advance Mode" Toggles between Easy and Advance Mode

7. Display screen Display panel of CPU frequency

8. Function display LEDs Shows the current functions status

9. GIGABYTE Logo Log on to GIGABYTE website

10. Help button Display EasyTuneTM 5 Help file

11. Exit or Minimize button Quit or Minimize EasyTuneTM 5 software

(Note)

(Note) EasyTune 5 functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

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4-1-2 Xpress Recovery Introduction

What is Xpress Recovery ?

Xpress Recovery is a utility used to back up and restore an OS partition.
If the hard drive is not working properly, the user can restore the drive to
its original state.

1. Supports FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS formats

2. Must be connected to the IDE1 Master

3. Allows installation of only one OS

4. Must be used with an IDE hard disk supporting HPA

5. The first partition must be set as the boot partition. When the boot partition is backed up,
please do not alter its size.

6. Xpress Recovery is recommended when using Ghost to return boot manager to NTFS
format.

How to use the Xpress Recovery

1. Boot from CD-ROM (BMP Mode)
Enter the BIOS menu, select "Advanced BIOS Feature" and set to boot from CD-ROM. Insert the
provided driver CD into your CD drive, then save and exit the BIOS menu. Once the computer has
restarted, the phrase "Boot from CD:" will appear at the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. When
"Boot from CD:" appears, press any key to enter Xpress Recovery.
Once you have completed this step, subsequent access to Xpress Recovery can also function by
pressing the F9 key during computer power on.

.
.
Verifying DMI Pool Data
Boot from CD:

Boot from CD:

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Xpress Recovery V1.0 (C) Copy Right 2003. GIGABYTE Technology CO. , Ltd.

1. Execute Backup Utility

2. Execute Restore Utility

3. Remove Backup Image

4. Set Password

5. Exit and Restart

Build 2011

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2. Press F9 during powering on the computer. (Text Mode)
Press F9 during powering on the computer .

English

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally
Copyright (C) 1984-2004, Award Software, Inc.

Intel 865PE AGPSet BIOS for 8IPE1000MT F1
Check System Health OK
.
.
.

Press DEL to enter SETUP / Q-Flash, F9 For Xpress Recovery
08/16/2002-I845GE-6A69YG01C-00

Xpress Recovery V1.0 (C) Copy Right 2003. GIGABYTE Technology CO. , Ltd.

1. Execute Backup Utility

2. Execute Restore Utility

3. Remove Backup Image

4. Set Password

5. Exit and Restart

F9 For Xpress Recovery

1. If you have already entered Xpress Recovery by booting from the CD-ROM, you can
enter Xpress Recovery in the future by pressing the F9 key.

2. System storage capacity as well as drive reading/writing speed will affect backup speed.

3. It is recommended that Xpress Recovery be immediately installed after OS and all
required driver and software installations are complete.

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1. Execute Backup Utility:



 Press B to Backup your System or Esc to Exit



The backup utility will automatically scan your system and back up data as a backup image in your hard
drive.

Not all systems support access to Xpress Recovery by pressing the F9 key during computer
power on. If this is the case, please use the boot from CD-ROM method to enter Xpress
Recovery.

2. Execute Restore Utility:



 This program will recover your system to factory default.



Press R to restore your system back to factory default or press Esc to exit

Restores backup image to original state.

3. Remove Backup Image:



 Remove backup image. Are you sure? (Y/N)



Remove the backup image.

4. Set Password:



 Please input a 4-16 character long password (a-z or 0-9) or press Esc to exit



You can set a password to enter Xpress Recovery to protect your hard disk data. Once this is done,
password input will be required to enter Xpress Recovery during the next as well as subsequent system
restarts. If you wish to remove the need for password entry, please select "Set Password" and under
"New Password/Confirm Password", make sure there is no entry and then press "Enter" to remove
password requirement.

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5. Exit and Restart:

Exit and restart your computer.

Appendix- 55 -

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4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction

Method 1 : Q-FlashTM Utility

Q-FlashTM is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. With this utility,
users only have to stay in the BIOS menu when they want to update

BIOS. Q-Flash?allows users to flash BIOS without any utility in DOS or
Windows. Using Q-FlashTM indicating no more fooling around with any complicated instructions and
operating system since it is in the BIOS menu.

Please note that because updating BIOS has potential risk, please do it with caution!! We are
sorry that Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd is not responsible for damages of system because of
incorrect manipulation of updating BIOS to avoid any claims from end-users.

Before You Begin:

Before you start updating BIOS with the Q-FlashTM utility, please follow the steps below first.

1. Download the latest BIOS for your motherboard from Gigabyte's website.

2. Extract the BIOS file downloaded and save the BIOS file (the one with model name.Fxx. For

example, 8KNXPU.Fba) to a floppy disk.

3. Reboot your PC and press Del to enter BIOS menu.

The BIOS upgrading guides below are separated into two parts.
If your motherboard has dual-BIOS, please refer to Part One.
If your motherboard has single-BIOS, please refer to Part Two.

Part One:
Updating BIOS with Q-Flash

Some of Gigabyte motherboards are equipped with dual BIOS. In the BIOS menu of the motherboards
supporting Q-Flash and Dual BIOS, the Q-Flash utility and Dual BIOS utility are combined in the same
screen. This section only deals with how to use Q-Flash utility.

In the following sections, we take GA-8KNXP Ultra as the example to guide you how to flash BIOS
from an older version to the latest version. For example, from Fa3 to Fba.

TM

Utility on Dual BIOS Motherboards.

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally
Copyright (C) 1984-2003, Award Software, Inc.

The BIOS file is Fa3
before updating

Intel i875P AGPset BIOS for 8KNXP Ultra Fa3
Check System Health OK , VCore = 1.5250
Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.6GHz (133x12)
<CPUID : 0F27 Patch ID : 0027>
Memory Testing : 131072K OK

Memory Frequency 266 MHz in Single Channel
Primary Master : FUJITSU MPE3170AT ED-03-08
Primary Slave : None
Secondary Master : CREATIVEDVD-RM DVD1242E BC101
Secondary Slave : None

Press DEL to enter SETUP / Dual BIOS / Q-Flash / F9 For
Xpress Recovery
08/07/2003-i875P-6A79BG03C-00

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Entering the Q-FlashTM utility:

Step1: To use Q-Flash utility, you must press Del in the boot screen to enter BIOS menu.

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software

 Standard CMOS Features
 Advanced BIOS Features
 Integrated Peripherals
 Power Management Setup
 PnP/PCI Configurations
 PC Health Status
 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit F3: Change Language
F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

Select Language
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Step 2: Press F8 button on your keyboard and then Y button to enter the Dual BIOS/Q-Flash utility.

Exploring the Q-FlashTM / Dual BIOS utility screen

The Q-Flash / Dual BIOS utility screen consists of the following key components.

English

T ask menu for
Dual BIOS
utility

T ask menu for

TM

utility

Q-Flash

Boot From......................................... Main Bios

Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A 512K

Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A 512K

Wide Range Protection Disable

Copy Main ROM Data to Backup

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Dual BIOS Utility

Boot From Main Bios

Auto Recovery Enable

Halt On Error Disable

Load Default Settings

Save Settings to CMOS

Q-Flash Utility

Load M ain BIOS from Floppy

Load Backup BIOS from Floppy

Save Main BIOS to Floppy

Save Backup BIOS to Floppy

Dual BIOS utility bar

Q-FlashTM utility title
bar

Action bar

Task menu for Dual BIOS utility:

Contains the names of eight tasks and two item showing information about the BIOS ROM type. Blocking a
task and pressing Enter key on your keyboard to enable execution of the task.

Task menu for Q-Flash utility:

Contains the names of four tasks. Blocking a task and pressing Enter key on your keyboard to enable execu­tion of the task.

Action bar:

Contains the names of four actions needed to operate the Q-Flash/Dual BIOS utility. Pressing the buttons
mentioned on your keyboards to perform these actions.

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Using the Q-FlashTM utility:

This section tells you how to update BIOS using the Q-Flash utility. As described in the "Before you begin"
section above, you must prepare a floppy disk having the BIOS file for your motherboard and insert it to your
computer. If you have already put the floppy disk into your system and have entered the Q-Flash utility,
please follow the steps below to flash BIOS.

Steps:

1. Press arrow buttons on your keyboard to move the light bar to "Load Main BIOS from Floppy" item in

the Q-Flash menu and press Enter button.
Later, you will see a box pop up showing the BIOS files you previously downloaded to the floppy disk.

If you want to save the current BIOS for backup purpose, you can begin Step 1 with "Save Main
BIOS to Floppy" item.

2. Move to the BIOS file you want to flash and press Enter.

In this example, we only download one BIOS file to the floppy disk so only one BIOS file,
8KNXPU.Fba, is listed.

Please confirm again you have the correct BIOS file for your motherboard.

Boot From......................................... Main Bios

Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A 512K

Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A 512K

Wide Range Protection Disable

8KNXPU.Fba 512K

Total size : 1.39M Free size : 911.50K

Copy Main ROM Data to Backup

F5 : Refresh DEL : Delete

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

After pressing Enter, you'll then see the progress of reading the BIOS file from the floppy disk.

Boot From......................................... Main Bios

Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A 512K

Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A 512K

Wide Range Protection Disable

Reading BIOS file from floppy ...

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.....................

Copy Main ROM Data to Backup

Don't Turn Off Power or Reset System

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

After BIOS file is read, you'll see a confirmation dialog box asking you "Are you sure to update BIOS?"
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Dual BIOS Utility

1 file(s) found

Boot From Main Bios

Auto Recovery Enable

Halt On Error Disable

Load Default Settings

Save Settings to CMOS

Q-Flash Utility

Load Main BIOS from Floppy

Load Backup BIOS from Floppy

Save Main BIOS to Floppy

Save Backup BIOS to Floppy

Dual BIOS Utility

Boot From Main Bios

Auto Recovery Enable

Halt On Error Disable

Load Default Settings

Save Settings to CMOS

Q-Flash Utility

Load Main BIOS from Floppy

Load Backup BIOS from Floppy

Save Main BIOS to Floppy

Save Backup BIOS to Floppy

BIOS file in the floppy
disk.

Do not trun off power or
reset your system at this
stage!!

3. Press Y button on your keyboard after you are sure to update BIOS.
Then it will begin to update BIOS. The progress of updating BIOS will be displayed.

Please do not take out the floppy disk when it begins flashing BIOS.

4. Press any keys to return to the Q-Flash menu when the BIOS updating procedure is completed.

Boot From......................................... Main Bios

Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A 512K

Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A 512K

Wide Range Protection Disable

Copy Main ROM Data to Backup

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Dual BIOS Utility

Boot From Main Bios

Auto Recovery Enable

!! Copy BIOS completed - Pass !!

Halt On Error Disable

Please press any key to continue

Load Default Settings

Save Settings to CMOS

Q-Flash Utility

Load Main BIOS from Floppy

Load Backup BIOS from Floppy

Save Main BIOS to Floppy

Save Backup BIOS to Floppy

You can repeat Step 1 to
4 to flash the backup
BIOS, too.

5. Press Esc and then Y button to exit the Q-Flash utility. The computer will restart automatically after

you exit Q-Flash.

Boot From......................................... Main Bios

Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A 512K

Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A 512K

Wide Range Protection Disable

Copy Main ROM Data to Backup

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Dual BIOS Utility

Boot From Main Bios

Auto Recovery Enable

Are you sure to RESET ?

Halt On Error Disable

[Enter] to continure or [Esc] to abort...

Load Default Settings

Save Settings to CMOS

Q-Flash Utility

Load Main BIOS from Floppy

Load Backup BIOS from Floppy

Save Main BIOS to Floppy

Save Backup BIOS to Floppy

English

After system reboots, you may find the BIOS version on your boot screen becomes the one you flashed.

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally
Copyright (C) 1984-2003, Award Software, Inc.

The BIOS file
becomes Fab after
updating.

Intel i875P AGPset BIOS for 8KNXP Ultra Fba
Check System Health OK , VCore = 1.5250
Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.6GHz (133x12)
<CPUID : 0F27 Patch ID : 0027>
Memory Testing : 131072K OK

Memory Frequency 266 MHz in Single Channel
Primary Master : FUJITSU MPE3170AT ED-03-08
Primary Slave : None
Secondary Master : CREATIVEDVD-RM DVD1242E BC101
Secondary Slave : None

Press DEL to enter SETUP / Dual BIOS / Q-Flash / F9 For
Xpress Recovery
09/23/2003-i875P-6A79BG03C-00

Appendix- 59 -

English

6. Press Del to enter BIOS menu after system reboots. When you are in BIOS menu, move to

Load Fail-Safe Defaults item and press Enter to load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults. Normally the system

redetects all devices after BIOS has been upgraded. Therefore, we highly recommend reloading the
BIOS defaults after BIOS has been upgraded.

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software

 Standard CMOS Features
 Advanced BIOS Features
 Integrated Peripherals
 Power Management Setup
 PnP/PCI Configurations
 PC Health Status
 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit F3: Change Language
F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N)? Y

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

Select Language
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Press Y on your keyboard to load defaults.

7. Select Save & Exit Setup item to save the settings to CMOS and exit the BIOS menu.

System will reboot after you exit the BIOS menu. The procedure is completed.

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software

 Standard CMOS Features
 Advanced BIOS Features
 Integrated Peripherals
 Power Management Setup
 PnP/PCI Configurations
 PC Health Status
 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit F3: Change Language
F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

Select Language
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Press Y on your keyboard to save and exit.

Part Two:
Updating BIOS with Q-Flash

This part guides users of single-BIOS motherboards how to update BIOS using the Q-Flash

 Standard CMOS Features
 Advanced BIOS Features
 Integrated Peripherals
 Power Management Setup
 PnP/PCI Configurations
 PC Health Status
 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

ESC: Quit F3: Change Language
F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

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TM

Utility on Single-BIOS Motherboards.

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software

Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Opti mized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

TM

utility.

Exploring the Q-FlashTM utility screen

The Q-FlashBIOS utility screen consists of the following key components.

Q-FlashTM utility bar

Action bar

T ask menu for

TM

utility

Q-Flash

Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A 256K

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

Keep DMI Data Enable

Update BIOS from Floppy

Save BIOS to Floppy

Task menu for Q-Flash utility:

Contains the names of three tasks. Blocking a task and pressing Enter key on your keyboard to enable
execution of the task.

Action bar:

Contains the names of four actions needed to operate the Q-Flash utility. Pressing the buttons mentioned on
your keyboards to perform these actions.

Using the Q-FlashTM utility:

This section tells you how to update BIOS using the Q-Flash utility. As described in the "Before you begin"
section above, you must prepare a floppy disk having the BIOS file for your motherboard and insert it to your
computer. If you have already put the floppy disk into your system and have entered the Q-Flash utility,
please follow the steps below to flash BIOS.

Steps:

1. Press arrow buttons on your keyboard to move the light bar to "Update BIOS from Floppy" item in the

Q-Flash menu and press Enter button.
Later, you will see a box pop up showing the BIOS files you previously downloaded to the floppy disk.

If you want to save the current BIOS for backup purpose, you can begin Step 1 with "Save BIOS
to Floppy" item.

2. Move to the BIOS file you want to flash and press Enter.

In this example, we only download one BIOS file to the floppy disk so only one BIOS file,
8GE800.F4, is listed.

Please confirm again you have the correct BIOS file for your motherboard.

Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A 256K

8GE800.F4 256K

Total size : 1.39M Free size : 1.14M

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

F5 : Refresh DEL : Delete

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

1 file(s) found

Keep DMI Data Enable

Update BIOS from Floppy

Save BIOS to Floppy

BIOS file in the floppy
disk.

English

Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A 256K

Reading BIOS file from floppy ...

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.....................

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Don't Turn Off Power or Reset System

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

Keep DMI Data Enable

Update BIOS from Floppy

Save BIOS to Floppy

Do not trun off power or
reset your system at
this stage!!

After BIOS file is read, you'll see a confirmation dialog box asking you "Are you sure to update BIOS?"

Please do not take out the floppy disk when it begins flashing BIOS.

Appendix- 61 -

English

3. Press Y button on your keyboard after you are sure to update BIOS.

Then it will begin to update BIOS. The progress of updating BIOS will be shown at the same time.

Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A 256K

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Don't Turn Off Power or Reset System

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

Keep DMI Data Enable

Updating BIOS Now

Update BIOS from Floppy

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.........................

Save BIOS to Floppy

Do not trun off power or
reset your system
at this stage!!

4. Press any keys to return to the Q-Flash menu when the BIOS updating procedure is completed.

Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A 256K

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

Keep DMI Data Enable

!! Copy BIOS completed - Pass !!

Update BIOS from Floppy

Save BIOS to Floppy

Please press any key to continue

5. Press Esc and then Y button to exit the Q-Flash utility. The computer will restart automatically after

you exit Q-Flash.

Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A 256K

Enter : Run :Move ESC:Reset F10:Power Off

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

Keep DMI Data Enable

Are you sure to RESET ?

Update BIOS from Floppy

Save BIOS to Floppy

[Enter] to continure or [Esc] to abort...

After system reboots, you may find the BIOS version on your boot screen becomes the one you flashed.

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally
Copyright (C) 1984-2003, Award Software, Inc.

The BIOS file
becomes F4 after
updating

Intel 845GE AGPSet BIOS for 8GE800 F4
Check System Health OK
Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.7GHz (100x17.0)
<CPUID : 0F0A Patch ID : 0009>
Memory Testing : 122880K OK + 8192K Shared Memory

Primary Master : FUJITSU MPE3170AT ED-03-08
Primary Slave : None
Secondary Master : CREATIVEDVD-RM DVD1242E BC101
Secondary Slave : None

Press DEL to enter SETUP / Q-Flash
03/18/2003-I845GE-6A69YG01C-00

6. Press Del to enter BIOS menu after system reboots and "Load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults". See how

to Load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults, please kindly refer to Step 6 to 7 in Part One.

Congratulation!! You have updated BIOS successfully!!

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Method 2 : @BIOSTM Utility

If you do not have a DOS startup disk, we recommend that you use the

new @BIOS utility. @BIOS allows users to update their BIOS under

Windows. Just select the desired @BIOS server to download the latest

version of BIOS.
Fig 1. Installing the @BIOS utility Fig 2. Installation Complete and Run @BIOS

Click Sart/ Programs/ GIGABYTE/@BIOS

Select @BIOS item than click Install

Fig 3. The @BIOS Utility Fig 4. Select the desired @BIOS server

Click "" Click "Update New BIOS"

English

1. Methods and steps:

I. Update BIOS through Internet

a. Click "Internet Update" icon
b. Click "Update New BIOS" icon
c. Select @BIOSTM sever
d. Select the exact model name on your motherboard
e. System will automatically download and update the BIOS.

II. Update BIOS NOT through Internet:

a. Do not click "Internet Update" icon
b. Click "Update New BIOS"
c. Please select "All Files" in dialog box while opening the old file.
d. Please search for BIOS unzip file, downloading from internet or any other methods (such as:

8I915GL-MF.E2).

e. Complete update process following the instruction.

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III. Save BIOS
In the very beginning, there is "Save Current BIOS" icon shown in dialog box. It means to save the
current BIOS version.

IV. Check out supported motherboard and Flash ROM:
In the very beginning, there is "About this program" icon shown in dialog box. It can help you check out
which kind of motherboard and which brand of Flash ROM are supported.

2. Note:

I. In method I, if it shows two or more motherboard's model names to be selected, please make

sure your motherboard's model name again. Selecting wrong model name will cause the
system unbooted.

II. In method II, be sure that motherboard's model name in BIOS unzip file are the same as your

motherboard's. Otherwise, your system won't boot.

III. In method I, if the BIOS file you need cannot be found in @BIOSTM server, please go onto

Gigabyte's web site for downloading and updating it according to method II.

IV. Please note that any interruption during updating will cause system unbooted

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4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8 - Channel Audio Function Introduction

This motherboard provide 6 audio connector. You are able to use 2-/
4-/6-/8-channnels audio feature by audio software selection.

Introduction of audio connectors:

You may connect CD-ROM/DVD-ROM, walkman or
others audio input to Line In.
The front channels or earphone can be connected to
Line Out (Front Speaker Out).
Connect microphone to Mic In.
Connect the rear channels to Rear Speaker Out.

Line In

Line Out

(Front Speaker Out)

Mic In

Connect the Center/Subwoofer channels to Center/
Subwoofer Speaker Out.
Connect the side channels to Side Speaker Out.

The installation of audio software for Windows 2000/ XP is very simple. Please follow the steps to install the
function.(Following pictures are in Windows XP)

If you set the Front Panel Type option to HD Audio in BIOS, make sure to connect your audio
front panel cable(optional for different models) connector to the motherboard before system
start-up or you’ll not be able to see the front panel options from the Sound Effect application.

Stereo Speakers Connection and Settings:

We recommend that you use the speaker with amplifier to acquire the best sound effect if the stereo output
is applied.

STEP 1:
Connect the stereo speakers or earphone to "Line
Out".

Rear Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out

Side Speaker
Out

English

STEP 2 :
Following installation of the audio driver, you find a

Sound Effect icon on the lower right hand taskbar.
Click the icon to select the function.

Line Out

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STEP 3:
Click "Speaker Configuration" then click on the
left selection bar and select "2CH Speaker" to
complete 2 channel audio configuration.

4 Channel Audio Setup

STEP 1 :
Connect the front channels to "Front Speaker Out",
the rear channels to "Rear Speaker Out".

STEP 2 :
Following installation of the audio driver, you find a

Sound Effect icon on the lower right hand taskbar.
Click the icon to select the function.

Front Speaker Out

Rear Speaker Out

STEP 3:
Click "Speaker Configuration" then click on the
left selection bar and select "4CH Speaker" to
complete 4 channel audio configuration.

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6 Channel Audio Setup

STEP 1 :
Connect the front channels to "Front Speaker Out",
the rear channels to "Rear Speaker Out", and the
Center/Subwoofer channels to "Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out".

STEP 2 :
Following installation of the audio driver, you find a

Sound Effect icon on the lower right hand taskbar.
Click the icon to select the function.

STEP 3:
Click "Speaker Configuration" then click on the
left selection bar and select "6CH Speaker" to
complete 6 channel audio configuration.

English

Front Speaker Out

Rear Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out

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8 Channel Audio Setup

STEP 1 :
Connect the front channels to "Front Speaker Out",
the rear channels to "Rear Speaker Out", the Center/
Subwoofer channels to "Center/Subwoofer Speaker
Out", and the side channels to "Side Speaker Out".

STEP 2 :
Following installation of the audio driver, you find a

Sound Effect icon on the lower right hand taskbar.
Click the icon to select the function.

STEP 3:
Click "Speaker Configuration" then click on the
left selection bar and select "6CH Speaker" to
complete 6 channel audio configuration.

Front Speaker Out

Rear Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out

Side Speaker Out

Sound Effect Configuration:
At the sound effect menu, users can adjust sound
option settings as desired.

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Jack-Sensing Introduction

Jack-Sensing provides audio connectors error-detection function.

Install Microsoft DirectX8.1 or later version before to enable Jack-Sensing support for
Windows 2000.

After you install an audio device, a screen of a list
would pop up from the audio software for you to
choose the type of device you installed.

If you have connected your device to the wrong jack,
the Jack-Sensing function would indicate the correct
jack for your device and you can reconnect the
device to the correct jack following the arrow
instruction.

The correct icon for audio device will be displayed
after the reinstallation.

English

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4-2 Troubleshooting

Below is a collection of general asked questions. To check general asked questions based on a specific
motherboard model, please log on to http://tw.giga-byte.com/faq/faq.htm

Question 1: I cannot see some options that were included in previous BIOS after updating BIOS. Why?
Answer: Some advanced options are hidden in new BIOS version. Please press Ctrl and F1 keys after
entering BIOS menu and you will be able to see these options.

Questions 2: Why is the light of my keyboard/optical mouse still on after computer shuts down?
Answer: In some boards, a small amount of electricity is kept on standby after computer shuts down and
that's why the light is still on.

Question 3: How do I clear CMOS?
Answer: If your board has a Clear CMOS jumper, please refer to the Clear CMOS steps in the manual. If your
board doesn't have such jumper, you can take off the on-board battery to leak voltage to clear CMOS.
Please refer to the steps below:

Steps:

1. Turn off power.

2. Disconnect the power cord from MB.

3. Take out the battery gently and put it aside for about 10 minutes (Or you can use a metal object to
connect the positive and negative pins in the battery holder to makethem short for one minute).

4. Re-insert the battery to the battery holder.

5. Connect power cord to MB again and turn on power.

6. Press Del to enter BIOS and load Fail-Safe Defaults.

7. Save changes and reboot the system.

Question 4: Why does system seem unstable after updating BIOS?
Answer: Please remember to load Fail-Safe Defaults (Or Load BIOS Defaults) after flashing BIOS. However,
if the system instability still remains, please clear CMOS to solve the problem.

Question 5: Why do I still get a weak sound after turning up the speaker to the maximum volume?
Answer: Please make sure the speaker you are using is equipped with an internal amplifier. If not, please
change another speaker with power/amplifier and try again later.

Question 6: How do I disable onboard VGA card in order to add an external VGA card?
Answer: Gigabyte motherboards will auto-detect the external VGA card after it is plugged in, so you don't
need to change any setting manually to disable the onboard VGA.

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Question 7: Why cannot I use the IDE 2?
Answer: Please refer to the user manual and check whether you have connected any cable that is not
provided with the motherboard package to the USB Over Current pin in the Front USB Panel. If the cable is
your own cable, please remove it from this pin and do not connect any of your own cables to it.

Question 8: Sometimes I hear different continuous beeps from computer after system boots up. What do
these beeps usually stand for?
Answer: The beep codes below may help you identify the possible computer problems. However, they are
only for reference purposes. The situations might differ from case to case.

English

AMI BIOS Beep Codes
*

Computer gives 1 short beep when system boots successfully.

*Except for beep code 8, these codes are always fatal.

1 beep Refresh failure
2 beeps Parity error
3 beeps Base 64K memory failure
4 beeps Timer not operational
5 beeps Processor error
6 beeps 8042 - gate A20 failure
7 beeps Processor exception interrupt error
8 beeps Display memory read/write failure
9 beeps ROM checksum error
10 beeps CMOS shutdown register read/write error
11 beeps Cache memory bad

 AWARD BIOS Beep Codes

1 short: System boots successfully
2 short: CMOS setting error
1 long 1 short: DRAM or M/B error
1 long 2 short: Monitor or display card error
1 long 3 short: Keyboard error
1 long 9 short: BIOS ROM error
Continuous long beeps: DRAM error
Continuous short beeps: Power error

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Contact Us

English

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 Taiwan (Headquarters)

 

GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
Address: No.6, Bau Chiang Road, Hsin-Tien, T aipei Hsien,
Taiwan
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
T ech. Support :
http://tw.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-Tech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com.tw
WEB address (Chinese): http://chinese.giga-byte.com

 

 U.S.A.

 

G.B.T. INC.
Address: 17358 Railroad St, City of Industry, CA 91748.
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
T ech. Support :
http://www.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-Tech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.com

 

 Germany

 

G.B.T. TECHNOLOGY TRADING GMBH
Address: Friedrich-Ebert-Damm 112 22047 Hamburg
TEL: [phone] (Sales)
[phone] (Tech.)
FAX: [phone] (Sales)
[phone] (Tech.)
T ech. Support :
http://de.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-Tech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.de

 

 Japan

 

NIPPON GIGA-BYTE CORPORATION
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.co.jp

 

 Singapore

 

GIGA-BYTE SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
T ech. Support :
http://tw.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-T ech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp

 

 U.K.

 

G.B.T. TECH. CO., LTD.
Address: GUnit 13 Avant Business Centre 3 Third Avenue,
Denbigh West Bletchley Milton Keynes, MK1 1DR, UK, England
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
T ech. Support :
http://uk.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-T ech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://uk.giga-byte.com

 

 The Netherlands

 

GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY B.V.
TEL: [phone]
NL T ech.Support: 0900-GIGABYTE (0900-44422983)
BE Tech.Support: 0900-84034
FAX: [phone]
T ech. Support :
http://nz.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-T ech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.nl

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 

 China

 

NINGBO G.B.T. TECH. TRADING CO., LTD.
T ech. Support :
http://cn.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-Tech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.cn

Shanghai

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Beijing

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Wuhan

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

GuangZhou

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Chengdu

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Xian

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Shenyang

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]-809

 

 Australia

 

GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY PTY. LTD.
T ech. Support :
http://www.giga-byte.com.au/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-T ech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.com.au

 

 France

 

GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY FRANCES S.A.R.L.
T ech. Support :
http://tw.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-T ech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.fr

 

 Russia

 

Moscow Representative Office Of Giga-Byte Technology Co.,
Ltd.
T ech. Support :
http://tw.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-T ech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.ru

 

 Poland

 

Representative Office Of Giga-Byte Technology Co., Ltd.
POLAND
T ech. Support :
http://tw.giga-byte.com/TechSupport/ServiceCenter.htm
Non-T ech. Support(Sales/Marketing) :
http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw/nontech.asp
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.pl

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