Gigabyte GA-EP45T-DS3, GA-EP45T-DS3R User Manual

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GA-EP45T-DS3R/ GA-EP45T -DS3

LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® Core

processor family/

Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family

User's Manual

Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45TDS3R-1001R

Jun. 20, 2008

Motherboard

GA-EP45T-DS3R/GA-EP45T-DS3R

Motherboard

GA-EP45T-DS3R/

GA-EP45T-DS3

Jun. 20, 2008

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information on/from the Support\Motherboard\T echnology Guide page on our website.

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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

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Table of Contents

Box Contents ................................................................................................................. 6

Optional Items................................................................................................................. 6

GA-EP45T-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout.................................................................. 7

Block Diagram................................................................................................................ 8

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

1- 1 Installation Precautions .....................................................................................9

1- 2 Product Specifications .................................................................................... 10

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler.............................................................. 13

1-3-1 Installing the CPU ................................................................................................ 13

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ................................................................................... 15

1- 4 Installing the Memory..................................................................................... 16

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration................................................................ 16

1-4-2 Installing a Memory............................................................................................. 17

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 18

1- 6 Installing the SA T A Bracket ....................................................................... 19

1-7 Back Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 20

1- 8 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 22

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................. 35

2- 1 Startup Screen................................................................................................ 36

2- 2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 37

2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ....................................................................... 39

2-4 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 46

2-5 Advanced BIOS Features.............................................................................. 48

2- 6 Integrated Peripherals ..................................................................................... 51

2- 7 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 55

2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 57

2-9 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 5 8

2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults................................................................................... 59

2- 1 1 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 59

2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password..................................................................... 60

2-13 Save & Exit Setup......................................................................................... 61

2-14 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 61

2-15 Security Chip Configuration

(Note)

................................................................ 62

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ......................................................................................63

3- 1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 63

3- 2 Application Software ....................................................................................... 64

3-3 Technical Manuals.......................................................................................... 64

3-4 Contact........................................................................................................... 65

3-5 System........................................................................................................... 65

3- 6 Download Center............................................................................................ 66

Chapter 4 Unique Features......................................................................................... 67

4- 1 Xpress Recovery2 ......................................................................................... 67

4-2 BIOS Update Utilities..................................................................................... 72

4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility...................................................... 72

4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ....................................................... 75

4- 3 EasyTune 6.................................................................................................... 7 6

4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced................................................................ 77

4-5 Ultra TPM

(Note)

.......................................................................................... 79

4-6 Q-Share ......................................................................................................... 80

4- 7 Time Repair.................................................................................................... 81

4-8 T eaming.......................................................................................................... 82

Chapter 5 Appendix .................................................................................................... 85

5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) ................................................................ 85

5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller......................................................... 85

5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette ..................................................... 91

5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...................... 93

5- 2 Configuring Audio Input and Output ................................................................. 98

5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ............................................................ 98

5-2-2 Installing the S/PDIF In Cable (Optional)......................................................... 100

5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function ............................................. 102

5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording ................................................................. 103

5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder............................................................................... 105

5-3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 106

5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................... 106

5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure .............................................................................. 107

Regulatory Statements ............................................................................................... 109

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3R.

(Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy.

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Box Contents

GA-EP45T-DS3R or GA-EP45T -DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield

Optional Items

2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-01R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R)

• The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.

• The motherboard image is for reference only.

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3R.

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GA-EP45T-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

CPU_FAN

LGA775

ATX

GA-EP45T-DS3R/DS3

F_AUDIO

ATX_12V_2X4

Intel® P45

PCIEX1_1

SYS_FAN2

F1_1394F_PANEL PWR_LED

F_USB2

IDE

F_USB1

CD_IN

FDD

PCIEX8_1

CODEC

TSB43AB23

PCI1

PCI2

BAT

IT8718

Intel® ICH10R Intel® ICH10

CLR_CMOS

DDR3_1

DDR3_2

DDR3_3

DDR3_4

SPDIF_I

SATA2_3

RTL8111C

SATA2_2

SATA2_1

SATA2_0

PHASE LED

USB_LAN2

AUDIO

R_SPDIF

USB_1394_2

USB_1394_1

USB_LAN1

PWR_FAN

JMicron 368

M_BIOS

B_BIOS

SATA2_5

SATA2_4

LPTCOMA

TPM IC

(Note)

SPDIF_O

PCIEX16_1

PCIEX1_2

PCIEX1_3

RTL8111C

SYS_FAN1

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3R. Only for GA-EP45T-DS3.

(Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy.

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Block Diagram

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3R. Only for GA-EP45T-DS3.

(Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy.

1 PCI Express x8

1 PCI Express x16

LGA775

Processor

Host

Interface

Intel

P45

MCH CLK (400/333/266/200 MHz)

DDR3 1900 (O.C.)/1600/ 1333/1066/800 MHz

Dual BIOS

2 PCI

PCI Bus

Dual Channel Memory

6 SATA 3Gb/s

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

3 IEEE 1394a

12 USB Ports

CPU CLK+/-

(400/333/266/200 MHz)

TSB43AB23

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Line-Out

MIC

Line-In

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

CODEC

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

PCI Express x16

Intel® ICH10R

Intel® ICH10

TPM

(Note)

Floppy

PS/2 KB/Mouse

LPT Port

COM Port

3 PCI Express x1

PCI Express Bus

ATA-133/100/66/

33 IDE Channel

JMicron

368

x1 x1

PCIe CLK (100 MHz)

RTL

8111C

LAN1 RJ45

RTL

8111C

LAN2 RJ45

PCIe CLK (100 MHz)

PCI Express x8

IT8718

LPC Bus

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1- 1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures:

• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure they are connected tightly and securely.

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

• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic

components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.

• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container.

• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off.

• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard.

• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.

• T o prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface

• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.

• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system

components as well as physical harm to the user.

• 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.

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

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1- 2 Product Specifications

CPU  Support for an Intel® Core

2 Extreme processor/

Intel® Core

2 Quad processor/Intel® Core

2 Duo processor/ Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

 L2 cache varies with CPU Front Side Bus  1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB Chipset  North Bridge: Intel® P45 Express Chipset

 South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R / ICH10 Memory  4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 8 GB of system memory

(Note 1)

 Dual channel memory architecture

 Support for DDR3 1900 (O.C.)/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

Audio  Realtek ALC889A codec

 High Definition Audio

 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

 Support for Dolby® Home Theater

(Note 2)

 Support for S/PDIF In/Out

 Support for CD In LAN  2 x Realtek 8111C chips (10/100/1000 Mbit)

 Support for Teaming

Expansion Slots  1 x PCI Express x16 slot

(Note 3)

 1 x PCI Express x8 slot

(The PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX8_1 slots support ATI CrossFireXTM technology and conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)

 3 x PCI Express x1 slots

 2 x PCI slots

Storage Interface  South Bridge:

- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices

- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10

 JMicron 368 chip:

- 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices

 iTE IT8718 chip:

- 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive

IEEE 1394  T.I. TSB43AB23 chip

 Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket

connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header)

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USB  Integrated in the South Bridge

 Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets

connected to the internal USB headers)

Internal Connectors  1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector

 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector

 1 x floppy disk drive connector

 1 x IDE connector

 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

 1 x CPU fan header

 2 x system fan headers

 1 x power fan header

 1 x front panel header

 1 x front panel audio header

 1 x CD In connector

 1 x S/PDIF In header

 1 x S/PDIF Out header

 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers

 1 x IEEE 1394a header

 1 x parallel port header

 1 x serial port header

 1 x power LED header

 1 x chassis intrusion header

Back Panel  1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors  1 x PS/2 mouse port

 1 x coaxial S/PDIF Out connector

 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector

 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

 2 x IEEE 1394a ports

 2 x RJ-45 ports

 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/Side

Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller  iTE IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor  System voltage detection

 CPU/System temperature detection  CPU/System/Power fan speed detection  CPU overheating warning  CPU/System/Power fan fail warning  CPU/System fan speed control

(Note 4)

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BIOS  2 x 8 Mbit flash

 Use of licensed AWARD BIOS  Support for DualBIOS

 PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b

Unique Features  Support for @BIOS

 Support for Q-Flash  Support for Virtual Dual BIOS  Support for Download Center  Support for Xpress Install  Support for Xpress Recovery2  Support for EasyTune

(Note 5)

 Support for Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced  Support for Ultra TPM

(Note 6)

 Support for Time Repair  Support for Q-Share

Bundled Software  Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System  Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP Form Factor  ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

(Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical

memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) For Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system only. (Note 3) If you are installing one PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot

for optimum performance. When two graphics cards are installed, the PCIEX16_1 slot will

operate at up to x8 mode. (Note 4) Whether the CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/

System cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 6) This feature is optional due to different regional policy.

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3R.

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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:

• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.

• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)

• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.

• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and

damage of the CPU may occur.

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

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

NotchNotch

Alignment Key

LGA 775 CPU

LGA775 CPU Socket

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

Alignment Key

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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

Step 2: Remove the protective socket cover.

Step 4: Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position.

Step 3: Lift the metal load plate on the CPU socket.

Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position.

Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.

Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever.

CPU Socket Lever

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the example cooler.)

Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.

Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)

Male Push Pin

Female Push Pin

The Top of Female Push Pin

Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin

Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Push down on the push pins diagonally.

Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down each push pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.)

Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.

Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture above, the installation is complete.

Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard.

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1-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:

• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

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

Due to chipset limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.

2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets for optimum performance.

• Each channel can only fit one memory module when using DDR3 1900 MHz memory module.

• When memory modules of different capacity and chips are installed, a message which

says memory is operating in Flex Memory Mode will appear during the POST. Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be populated and remain in Dual Channel mode/performance.

Two Modules

Four Modules

DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 DS/SS - - DS/SS - -

- - DS/SS - - DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

Dual Channel Memory Configurations T able

(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory)

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.

The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel 1: DDR3_3, DDR3_4

DDR3_1

DDR3_2

DDR3_3

DDR3_4

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1-4-2 Installing a Memory

Notch

Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.

DDR3 DIMM

Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2: The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets.

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:

• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card.

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.

2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.

3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.

4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).

6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s).

7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.

Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:

• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock.

• Removing the Card from the PCIEX16_1 slot: Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot.

PCI Express x1 Slot

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Express x8 Slot

PCI Slot

• Removing the Card from the PCIEX8_1 slot: Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot.

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1- 6 Installing the SA TA Bracket

The SATA bracket includes one SATA bracket, one SATA signal cable, and one SATA power cable.

Step 1: Locate one free PCI slot and secure the SATA bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

Follow the steps below to install the SATA bracket:

Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket to the SATA port on your motherboard.

Step 3: Connect the power cable from the bracket to the power supply.

Step 4: Plug one end of the SATA signal cable into the external SA TA connector on the bracket. Then attach the SATA power cable to the power connector on the bracket.

The SATA bracket allows you to connect external SATA device(s) to your system by expanding the internal SATA port(s) to the chassis back panel.

• Turn off your system and the power switch on the power supply before installing or removing the SATA bracket and SATA power cable to prevent damage to hardware.

• Insert the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable securely into the corresponding connectors when installing.

Step 5: Connect the other ends of the SATA signal cable and SATA power cable to your SATA device. For SATA device in external enclosure, you only need to connect the SATA signal cable. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off the power of the external enclosure.

SATA Bracket

External

SATA

Connector

Power

Connector

External SATA

Connector

SATA Signal Cable SATA Power Cable

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3R.

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• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.

• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

Activity LED

Connection/ Speed LED

LAN Port

Activity LED:

State Description Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

Connection/Speed LED:

State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate Green 100 Mbps data rate Off 10 Mbps data rate

1- 7 Back Panel Connectors

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port

Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

Optical S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector.

IEEE 1394a Port

The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device.

USB Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration.

Line In Jack (Blue)

The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack ( ). Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/

7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

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1- 8 Internal Connectors

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.

• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

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1) ATX_12V_2X4

2) AT X

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2

5) PWR_FAN

6) FDD

7) IDE

8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5

9) PWR_LED

10) B AT

11) F_PANEL

12) F_AUDIO

13) CD_IN

14) SPDIF_I

15) SPDIF_O

16) F_USB1/F_USB2

17) F1_1394

18) L PT

19) COMA

20) CI

21) CLR_CMOS

22) PHASE LED

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1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main 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, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

ATX

• To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (400W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

• The main power connector is compatible with power supplies with 2x10 power connectors. When using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x10 power supply.

ATX_12V_2X4:

Pin No. Definition

1 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 2 GND ( Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V

ATX_12V_2X4

ATX:

Pin No. Definition

13 3.3V 14 -12V 15 GND 16 PS_ON(soft On/Off) 17 GND 18 GND 19 GND 20 -5V 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

Pin No. Definition

1 3.3V 2 3.3V 3 GND 4 +5V 5 GND 6 +5V 7 GND 8 Power Good 9 5V SB(stand by +5V) 10 +12V 1 1 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin A TX)

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• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.

• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers)

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Each fan header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation. Most fans are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense

SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN:

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control

CPU_FAN:

Pin No. Definition

1 GND 2 Speed Control 3 Sense 4 +5V

SYS_FAN2:

6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector)

This connector is used to connect a floppy disk drive. The types of floppy disk drives supported are: 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be sure to locate pin 1 of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. The pin 1 of the cable is typically designated by a stripe of different color.

CPU_FAN

SYS_FAN1

PWR_FAN

SYS_FAN2

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7 ) IDE (IDE Connector)

The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling according to the role of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.)

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8 ) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.

Pin No. Definition

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

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3.

SATA2_4

SATA2_5

SATA2_2

SATA2_3

SATA2_0

SATA2_1

Please connect the L-shaped end of the SATA 3Gb/s cable to your SATA hard drive.

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9 ) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header)

This header can be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to indicate system power status. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

Pin No. Definition

1 MPD+ 2 MPD3 MPD-

System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off

8 ) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The ICH10R controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

Pin No. Definition

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

• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard drives are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

• A RAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not have to be an even number.)

• A RAID 10 configuration requires at least four hard drives and the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

SATA2_4

SATA2_5

SATA2_2

SATA2_3

SATA2_0

SATA2_1

Please connect the L-shaped end of the SATA 3Gb/s cable to your SATA hard drive.

Only for GA-EP45T-DS3R.

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10) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker and system status indicator on the chassis front panel to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

• PW (Power Switch, Red): Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for more information).

• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for information about beep codes.

• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.

• RES (Reset Switch, Green): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

• NC (Purple): No connection

System Status L ED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off

• MSG (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow):

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

HD+

RES-

SPEAK-

MSG+

PW+

Message/Power/

Sleep LED

Speaker

SPEAK+

Power Switch

Hard Drive

Activity LED

Reset Switch

HD-

RES+

MSG-

PW-

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11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black)

You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to the header.

Pin No. Definition

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

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functioninality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

• When using an AC'97 front panel audio module, you can use either the front or the back panel audio connectors, but not both at the same time.

• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

Pin No. Definition

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

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC2_L 2 GND 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 5 LINE2_R 6 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 10 GND

For HD Front Panel Audio:

910

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13) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header, Red)

This header supports digital S/PDIF in and can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer.

14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.

Pin No. Definition

1 SPDIFO 2 GND

Pin No. Definition

1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND

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16 ) F1_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header, Gray)

The header conforms to IEEE 1394a specification. The IEEE 1394a header can provide one IEEE 1394a port via an optional IEEE 1394a bracket. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Definition

1TPA+ 2TPA3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB7 Power (12V) 8 Power (12V) 9 No Pin 10 GND

• Do not plug the USB bracket cable into the IEEE 1394a header.

• Prior to installing the IEEE 1394a bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug

the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the IEEE 1394a bracket.

• To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to the IEEE 1394a device. Ensure that the cable is securely connected.

15) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers, Yellow)

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Definition

1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX4 USB DY5 USB DX+ 6 USB DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC

• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header.

• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

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