Intel GA-8I915PM-FS User Manual
GA-8I915PM-FS
Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard
User's Manual
Rev. 2001
12ME-8I915PMFS-2001
Table of Contents
GA-8I915PM-FS Motherboard Layout ........................................................................... 3
Block Diagram ................................................................................................................ 4
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................................................................................... 5
1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation .................................................................... 5
1-2 Feature Summary ............................................................................................ 6
1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink ................................................................ 8
1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ........................................................................................... 8
1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink .................................................................................... 9
1-4 Installation of Memory .................................................................................... 10
1-5 Install expansion cards ................................................................................... 12
1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction ........................................................................... 13
1-7 Connectors Introduction .................................................................................. 14
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................ 23
The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : 10D) ..................................................... 24
2-1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 26
2-2 Advanced BIOS Features.............................................................................. 28
2-3 Integrated Peripherals ..................................................................................... 30
2-4 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 32
2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 34
2-6 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 35
2-7 Frequency/Voltage Control ............................................................................. 36
2-8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ................................................................................... 37
2-9 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 37
2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password ..................................................................... 38
2-11 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 39
2-12 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 39
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GA-8I915PM-FS Motherboard Layout
SPDIF_O
KB_MS
COMA
R_USB
USB
AUDIO1
AUDIO2
RTL8100C
CD_IN
CODEC
LPT
LAN
AZALIA_FP
ATX_12V
PCIE_16
PCIE_1
BUZZER
LGA775
Intel 915P
PCI1
PCI2
F1_1394
TSB43AB23
F2_1394
CPU_FAN
GA-8I915PM
DDR1
F_USB2F_USB1
DDR2
ICH6
DDR3
BIOS
DDR4
SATA3
SATA2
SATA1
SATA0
IT8712
ATX
IDE
BATTERY
F_PANEL
IR
SAFE_MODE
SYS_FAN
FDD
CLR_CMOS
-FS
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Block Diagram
PCI-ECLK
(100MHz)
PCI-ECLK
(100MHz)
1 PCI Express x 1 Port
PCI Express x1 Bus
PCI Bus
RTL
8100C
PCI Express x16
TSB43AB23
LGA775
Processor
Interface
Intel
915P
MCH
Intel
ICH6
CPUCLK+/-(200/133MHz)
Host
MCHCLK (133/200MHz)
66MHz
33MHz
14.318MHz
48MHz
DDR400/333MHz DIMM
Dual Channel Memory
BIOS
4 Serial ATA
ATA33/66/100
IDE Channels
IT 8712
Floppy
LPT Port
COM Port
2 PCI
PCICLK
(33MHz)
RJ45
3 IEEE1394
CODEC
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
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 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 Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU
Supports 800/533MHz FSB
L2 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Northbridge: Intel® 915P Express chipset
Southbridge: Intel® ICH6
Supported on the Win 2000/XP/MCE operating systems
Memory 4 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory)
Supports dual channel DDR400/333 DIMM
Supports 2.5V DDR DIMM
Slots 1 PCI Express x 16 slot
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
Supported on the Win 2000/XP/MCE operating systems
FDD Connections 1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
Onboard SATA 4 Serial ATA connections
Supported on the Win 2000/XP/MCE operating systems
Peripherals 1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
1 COMA port connection
8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)
2 IEEE1394 ports
1 front audio connector
1 IR connector
1 PS/2 keyboard port
1 PS/2 mouse port
Onboard LAN Onboard Realtek 8100C chip (10/100 Mbit)
1 RJ 45 port
Supported on the Win 2000/XP/MCE operating systems
(Note)
(Note) 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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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 Out connection
CD In connection
Supported on the Win 2000/XP/MCE operating systems
I/O Control IT8712
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
CPU temperature detection
CPU / System fan speed detection
CPU smart fan control
BIOS Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4 cm 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
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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Dual Channel DDR Memory Configuration
The GA-8I915PM-FS supports the Dual Channel Technology. When the Dual Channel Technology is
activated, the bandwidth of memory bus will be double the original one.
The GA-8I915PM-FS includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has 2 DIMM sockets as following:
Channel A : DDR 1, DDR 2
Channel B : DDR 3, DDR 4
Due to chipset limitation, if you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please follow the
guidelines below for Dual Channel memory configuration.
1. Dual channel memory cannot be used if one or three DDR memory modules are installed.
2. If two DDR memory modules are installed (same storage capacity), one must be added to
the Channel A slot and the other in the Channel B slot in order to use dual channel memory.
Dual channel memory cannot function if both DDR memory modules are installed on the
same channel.
3. If four DDR memory modules are installed, please use memory of the same storage capacity
in order to use dual channel memory and for BIOS to detect all the DDR memory modules.
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 is a Dual Channel Memory configuration table: (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 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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