Gigabyte GA-8I915P-D Pro User Manual [ru]
GA-8I915P-D Pro
Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard
User's Manual
Rev. 2003
12ME-8I915PDP-2003
Jun. 11, 2004
GA-8I915P-D Pro
Motherboard
Jun. 11, 2004
Motherboard
GA-8I915P-D Pro
Copyright
© 2004 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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product.
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"Product User Manual".
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Table of Contents
GA-8I915P-D Pro 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 Installation of 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. : F3c)......................................................... 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................................................................................................. 42
2-7 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) .......................................................................... 43
2-8 Select Language ................................................................................................. 45
2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults...................................................................................... 45
2-10 Load Optimized Defaults.................................................................................... 46
2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password .........................................................................46
2-12 Save & Exit Setup ............................................................................................... 47
2-13 Exit Without Saving............................................................................................. 47
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Chapter 3 Install Drivers.........................................................................................49
3-1 Install Chipset Drivers ........................................................................................49
3-2 Software Applications ......................................................................................... 50
3-3 Driver CD Information ......................................................................................... 50
3-4 Hardware Information......................................................................................... 51
3-5 Contact Us ........................................................................................................... 51
Chapter 4 Appendix ...............................................................................................53
4-1 Unique Software Utilities .................................................................................... 53
4-1-1 Xpress Recovery Introduction..........................................................................54
4-1-2 Flash BIOS Method Introduction......................................................................57
4-1-3 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction.........................................68
4-2 Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 73
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GA-8I915P-D Pro Motherboard Layout
KB_MS
SPDIF_O
SPDIF_I
COMA
R_USB
USB
AUDIO1
AUDIO2
LPT
LAN
AZALIA_FP
Marvell
8001
CODEC
IT8712
ATX_12V
CD_IN
PCIE_3
NB_FAN
PCIE_1
PCIE_2
Main
BIOS
LGA775
Backup
BIOS
Intel 915P
PCIE_16
PCI1
PCI2
IR
F_USB1
CPU_FAN
GA-8I915P-D Pro
DDRII1
ICH6
S_ATA2
S_ATA1
TSB43AB23
F_USB2
F2_1394
DDRII2
S_ATA3
DDRII3
F1_1394
PWR_FAN
ATX
SYS_FAN
DDRII4
FDD
S_ATA0
BAT
PWR_LED
IDE
F_PANEL
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CLR_CMOS
Block Diagram
PCI-ECLK
(100MHz)
2 PCI
PCI-ECLK
(100MHz)
PCI Express x16
3 PCI Express x 1 Ports
PCI Express x1 Bus
PCI Bus
TSB43AB23
Marvell
8001
RJ45
3 IEEE1394
CODEC
MIC
Line-Out
LGA775
Processor
Intel
915P
MCH
Intel
ICH6
Line-In
SPDIF In
Host
Interface
SPDIF Out
CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz)
DDRII 600
MCHCLK (133/200MHz)
Dual BIOS
8 USB
Ports
(Note)
/533/400MHz DIMM
Dual Channel Memory
66MHz
33MHz
14.318MHz
48MHz
4 Serial ATA
ATA33/66/100
IDE Channels
IT 8712
24MHz
33MHz
PS/2 KB/Mouse
Floppy
LPT Port
COM Port
Side Speaker Out
PCICLK
(33MHz)
(Note) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB
processor and overclock in BIOS.
Surround Speaker Out
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
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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 the information
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 w Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU
w Supports 800/533MHz FSB
w L2 cache varies with CPU
Chipset w Northbridge: Intel® 915P Express Chipset
w Southbridge: Intel® ICH6
Memory w 4 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory)
w Supports dual channel DDR II 600
w Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM
Slots w 1 PCI Express x 16 slot
w 3 PCI Express x 1 slots
w 2 PCI slots
IDE Connections w 1 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of 2
IDE devices
FDD Connections w 1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
Onboard SATA w 4 Serial ATA connections
Peripherals w 1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
w 1 Serial port (COMA)
w 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)
w 3 IEEE1394 ports (requires cable)
w 1 front audio connector
w 1 IR connector
w 1 PS/2 keyboard port
w 1 PS/2 mouse port
Onboard LAN w Onboard Marvell 8001 chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
w 1 RJ 45 port
Onboard Audio w ALC880 CODEC
w Supports Jack Sensing function
w Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio
w Supports Line In ; Line Out (Front Speaker Out) ; MIC ; Surround Speaker Out
(Rear Speaker Out) ; Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out ;
Side Speaker Out connection
w Supports SPDIF In/Out connection
w CD In
I/O Control w IT8712
(Note 2)
/533/400 DIMM
(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.
(Note 2) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB
processor and overclock in BIOS.
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Hardware Monitor w System voltage detection
w CPU temperature detection
w CPU / System / Power fan speed detection
w CPU warning temperature
w CPU / System / Power fan failure warning
w CPU smart fan control
BIOS w Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
w Supports Dual BIOS/Q-Flash/Multilanguage
Additional Features w Supports @BIOS
w Supports EasyTune
Overclocking w Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR II/PCI-E)
w Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR II)
Form Factor w ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
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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
Metal Lever
Fig. 1
Gently lift the metal
le ve r locat ed on the
CPU socket to the
upright position.
Fig. 2
Re mov e the pla st ic
covering o n the CPU
socket.
Fig. 3
Not ice t he small gold
colored triangle located
on the edge of the CPU
socket. Align the
indented corner of the
CPU with the triangle and gently insert the CPU into
pos ition. (Grasping t he CPU firm ly bet ween 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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Fig. 4
Once the CPU is
properly inserted,
please replace the
plastic covering 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 P in
Female Pus h 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
mo the rbo ar d.P re ssing dow n th e pus h pins
diagonally.
Fig. 5
Pl ease che ck th e back of mother bo ard after
installing. If the push pin is inserted as the picture,
the installation is complete.
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. 6
Finally, please attach the power connector of the
heats ink to the CPU fan head er l ocate d on the
motherboard.
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.
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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 II 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 II
Fig.1
The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module
can only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module
vertically into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.
Fig.2
Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to
lock the DIMM module.
Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the
DIMM module.
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Dual Channel DDR II
GA-8I915P-D Pro supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the
Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of Memory Bus will add double up to
8.5GB/s.
GA-8I915P-D Pro includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following:
Channel A : DDR II 1, DDR II 2
Channel B : DDR II 3, DDR II 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 II memory module is installed: The Dual Channel Technology can't operate
when only one DDR II memory module is installed.
2. Two DDR II 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 II 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 II 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 II 1 DDR II 2 DDR II 3 DDR II 4
2 memory mod ules
4 memory mod ules
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 Installation of 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 Express x 16 expansion card:
Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the
PCI Express x 16 slot when you try to
install/Uninstall the VGA card. Please align
the VGA card to the onboard
PCI Express x 16 slot and press firmly down
on the slot .Make sure your VGA card is
locked by the small white-drawable bar.
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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 to 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.
COM A (Serial Port)
Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
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
Connect the rear surround speakers to this connector.
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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
1
13
12
6
1) ATX_12V
2) ATX (Power Connector)
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN
5) PWR_FAN
6) NB_FAN
7) FDD
8) IDE
9) S_ATA0 / S_ATA1 / S_ATA2 / S_ATA3
3
16
151417
10) PWR_LED
11) F_PANEL
12) AZALIA_FP
13) CD_IN
14) F_USB1 / F_USB2
15) F1_1394 / F2_1394
16) IR
17) CLR_CMOS
18) BAT
5
2
8
4
7
9
18
11
10
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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.
Please remove the sticker on the motherboard before plugging in while the ATX power supplier is 24
pins; Otherwise, please do not remove it.
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
1
2
13
24
3
2 GND
4
3 +12V
4 +12V
Pin No. Definition
1
1 3.3V
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 ATX)
12
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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3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN / PWR_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 wire
indicates 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
1
1
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
2 +12V
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
(Only for CPU_FAN)
CPU_FAN
PWR_FAN
SYS_FAN
6) NB_FAN (Chip Fan Connector)
If you installed wrong direction, the chip fan will not work. Sometimes will damage the chip fan.
(Usually black cable is GND)
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Pin No. Definition
1 +12V
2 GND
1
7) 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
8) 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
2
1
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9) S_ATA0/S_ATA1/S_ATA2/S_ATA3 (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
10) PWR_LED
PWR_LED is connect with the system power indicator to indicate whether the system is on/off. It will
blink when the system enters suspend mode.
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Pin No. Definition
1
1 MPD+
2 MPD-
3 MPD-
11) 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.
Speaker Connector
19
PW-
MSG-
20
NC
RES+
RES-
HD-
HD+
12
SPEAK-
SPEAK+
Power Swi tch
Message LED/
Power/
Sleep LED
PW+
MSG+
HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)
(Blue) Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
SPEAK (Speaker Connector) Pin 1: VCC(+)
(Amber) Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
Pin 4: Data(-)
RES (Reset Switch) Open: Normal Operation
(Green) Close: Reset Hardware System
PW (Power Switch) Open: Normal Operation
(Red) Close: Power On/Off
MSG(Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)
(Yellow) Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
NC( Purple) NC
Reset Swit ch
IDE Hard Disk
Active L ED
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12) AZALIA_FP (Front Audio Connector)
Please make sure the pin assigment on the cable is the same as the pin assigment on the motherboard
header. To find out if the chassis you are buying support front audio panel connector, please contact
your dealer.
Pin No. Definition
1 MIC2_L
2 GND
10
9
2
1
3 MIC2_R
4 -ACZ_DET
5 Line2_R
6 FSENSE1
7 FAUOIO_JD
8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L
10 FSENSE2
13) CD_IN (CD IN)
Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.
1
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Pin No. Definition
1 CD-L
2 GND
3 GND
4 CD-R
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