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GA-8I845GE775-G
Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 Processor Motherboard
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-I845GETG-1001
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Table of Contents
GA-8I845GE775-G 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 ...................................................................... 15
1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction ........................................................................... 16
1-7 ConnectorsIntroduction .................................................................................. 17
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................ 27
The Main Menu (Example BIOS Version: F1) .......................................................... 28
2-1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 30
2-2 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 32
2-3 IntegratedPeripherals ..................................................................................... 34
2-4 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 36
2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 38
2-6 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 39
2-7 Frequency/Voltage Control ............................................................................. 40
2-8 TopPerformance ............................................................................................. 41
2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ................................................................................... 42
2-10 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 42
2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password ..................................................................... 43
2-12 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 44
2-13 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 44
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ...................................................................................... 45
3-1 Install Chipset Drivers .................................................................................... 45
3-2 SoftwareApplication ....................................................................................... 46
3-3 SoftwareInformation ....................................................................................... 46
3-4 Hardware Information ..................................................................................... 47
3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 47
Chapter 4 Appendix ................................................................................................... 49
4-1 Unique Software Utilities ................................................................................ 49
4-1-1 Xpress Recovery Introduction ........................................................................... 49
4-1-2 Flash BIOS Method Introduction ........................................................................ 52
4-1-3 2- / 4- / 6-/ 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction ...................................... 61
4-2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 68
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GA-8I845GE775-G Motherboard Layout
KB_MS
CPU_FAN
ATX_12V
ATX
LGA775
Intel 845GE
AUDIO
F_AUDIO
FDD
AGP
PCI1
PCI2
PCI3
PCI4
PCI5
CLR_CMOS
BAT
Intel ICH4
BIOS
IDE2
IDE1
SPDIF_IO
SUR_CEN
CI
F_USB1
COMB
F_PANEL
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Block Diagram
CPUCLK+/- (133MHz)
LGA775
Processor
AGP 4X
AGPCLK
(66MHz)
Host
Interface
VGA Port
266/333MHz
DDR RAM
GMCHCLK(66MHz)
Intel 845GE
HCLK+/- (100/133MHz)
5 PCI
66 MHz
33 MHz
14.318 MHz
48 MHz
BIOS
Intel ICH4
Floppy
LPC BUS
IT8712F
33 MHz
LPT Port
24 MHz
RTL8110S
COM
Ports
AC97
PCICLK
(33MHz)
CODEC
RJ45
6 USB
Ports
ATA33/66/100
IDE Channels
PS/2
KB/Mouse
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Chapter 1Hardware 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
arerequired 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.
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
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Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU
Supports 533MHz FSB
L2 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Northbridge: Intel® 845GE
Southbridge: Intel® ICH4
Memory
3 184-pin DDR sockets
Supports DDR333/DDR266 DIMMs
Supports up to 2GB (Max.)
Supports only 2.5V DDR SDRAM
1 AGP slot 4X (1.5V) device support
5 PCI slots
2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of 4
IDE devices
Slots
IDE Connections
FDD Connections
Peripherals
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1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
1 VGA port, 1 COMA port, onboard COMB connection
6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 2 via cable)
1 front audio connector
1 PS/2 keyboard port
1 PS/2 mouse port
Built-in Intel® 845GE Chipset
Onboard VGA
Onboard LAN
Onboard RTL8110S chip (10/100/1000Mbit)
1 RJ45 port
ALC850 CODEC
Onboard Audio
Supports Line In ; Line Out ; MIC In
Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio
(Note1)
Surround Back Speaker (by optional Audio Combo Kit)
SPDIF In/Out connection
CD In
(Note1) To set up an 8 channel audio configuration, you must use Audio Combo Kit (optional device).
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BIOS
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Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
Supports Q-Flash
IT8712F
CPU / System fan speed detection
System voltage detection
CPU temperature detection
CPU/System fan fail warning
CPU overheating warning
Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCI/AGP)
Supports @BIOS
I/O Control
Hardware Monitor
Overclocking
Additional Features
Supports EasyTune
ATX form factor; 29.5cm x 21.0cm
Form Factor
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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
Fig. 2
Metal Lever
Gently lift the metal
lever located on the
CPU socket to the
upright position.
Remove the plastic
covering on the CPU
socket.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Notice the small gold
colored triangle located
on the edge of the CPU
socket. Align the
Once the CPU is
properly inserted,
please replace the
plastic covering and
push the metal lever
back into its original
position.
indented corner of the
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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1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink
Male Push Pin
The top of Female Push Pin
Female Push Pin
Fig.1
Fig. 2
Please apply an even layer of heatsink paste on
the surface of the installed CPU.
(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. 3
Fig. 4
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.
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
Fig. 6
Please check the back of motherboard after
installing. If the push pin is inserted as the picture,
the installation is complete.
Finally, please attach the power connector of the
heatsink to the CPU fan header located 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
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 memory module
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. 1
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.
Fig. 2
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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 installing 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 AGP expansion card:
Please carefully pull out the small white-drawable
bar at the end of the AGP slot when you try to
install/uninstall the VGA card. Please align the VGA
card to the onboard AGP slot and press firmly
down on the slot. Make sure your VGA card is
locked by the small white-drawable bar.
AGP 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
to the lower port (purple).
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.
Serial Port (COMA)
Devices like mouses, modems, and etc. can be connected to Serial port.
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 supportUSB controller, please con-
tact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your
OS or device(s) vendors.
LAN Port
The LAN port provides Internet connection.
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 channels to this connector.
MIC In
Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.
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1-7 Connectors Introduction
1
3
2
9
5
15
16
4
7
6
10 11 14 13
12
8
1) ATX_12V
9) F_AUDIO
10) SPDIF_IO
11) SUR_CEN
12) F_USB1
13) COMB
2) ATX (Power Connector)
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN
5) FDD
6) IDE1 / IDE2
7) CD_IN
14) CI
15) CLR_CMOS
16) BAT
8) F_PANEL
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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.
Pin No.
Definition
GND
1
2
3
4
4
3
2
1
GND
+12V
+12V
Pin No.
1
Definition
1
11
3.3V
2
3.3V
3
GND
4
+5V
5
GND
6
+5V
7
GND
8
Power Good
9
5V SB (stand by +5V)
20
10
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
+12V
3.3V
-12V
GND
PS_ON(soft on/off)
GND
GND
GND
-5V
+5V
+5V
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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 ful-proof 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.
Pin No.
Definition
GND
1
2
3
4
1
+12V
CPU_FAN
Sense
Speed Control
(Only for CPU_FAN)
1
SYS_FAN
5)
FDD (FDD 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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33
2
1
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6) IDE1/2 (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).
1
2
39
40
7) CD_IN (CD In Connector)
Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.
Pin No.
Definition
CD-L
1
1
2
3
4
GND
GND
CD-R
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8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)
Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc of your chassis
frontpanel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.
Speaker Connector
Message LED/
Power
Switch
Power/
Sleep LED
2
1
20
19
Reset Switch
IDE Hard Disk Active LED
HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED)
(Blue)
Pin 1: LED anode(+)
Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
Pin 1: Power
SPEAK (Speaker Connector)
(Amber)
Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
Pin 4: Data(-)
RES (Reset Switch)
Open:Normal
(Green)
Close: Reset Hardware System
Open:Normal
PW (Power Switch)
(Red)
Close: Power On/Off
Pin 1: LED anode(+)
Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
NC
MSG(Message LED/Power/Sleep LED)
(Yellow)
NC(Purple)
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9) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Panel Connector)
Please make sure the pin assigment on the cable is the same as the pin assigment on the MB
header. To find out if the chassis you are buying support front audio panel connector, please
contact your dealer. If you want to use "Front Audio" connector, you must remove the jumpers
from pins 5-6, 9-10.
Pin No.
Definition
MIC
10
2
9
1
1
2
GND
3
MIC_BIAS
4
POWER
5
FrontAudio(R)
Rear Audio (R)/ Return R
NC
6
7
8
No Pin
9
FrontAudio (L)
Rear Audio (L)/ Return L
10
10) SPDIF_IO (SPDIF In/ Out)
The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3
data to an external Dolby Digital Decoder. Use this feature only when your stereo system has
digital input function. Use SPDIF IN feature only when your device has digital output function.
Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IO connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while
you connect the SPDIF_IO cable. Incorrect connection between the cable and connector will
make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional SPDIF_IO cable, please contact
your local dealer.
Pin No.
Definition
Power
No Pin
SPDIF
SPDIFI
GND
1
2
3
4
5
6
2
6
1
5
GND
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11) SUR_CEN (Surround Center Connector)
Please contact your nearest dealer for optional SUR_CEN cable.
Pin No.
Definition
SUR OUTL
SUR OUTR
GND
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
7
8
1
No Pin
2
CENTER_OUT
BASS_OUT
AUX_L
AUX_R
12) F_ USB1 (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.
Pin No.
Definition
Power
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Power
10
9
USB DX-
USB Dy-
USB DX+
USB Dy+
GND
2
1
F_ USB1
GND
No Pin
NC
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13) COMB (COMB Connector)
Be careful with the polarity of the COMB connector. Check the pin assignments while you connect
the COMB cable. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional COMB cable.
Pin No.
Definition
NDCDA-
NSINA
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
NSOUTA
NDTRA-
GND
2
1
10
9
NDSRA-
NRTSA-
NCTSA-
NRIA-
No Pin
14) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open)
This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can
check the "Case Open" status in BIOS Setup.
Pin No.
Definition
Signal
GND
1
2
1
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15) 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.
Open:Normal
1
1
Short: Clear CMOS
16) BAT(Battery)
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. 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 nega-
tive pins in the battery holder to makethem short for one
minute.)
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>
<Esc>
Select Item
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
Increase the numeric value or make changes
Decrease the numeric value or make changes
General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu
Item Help
<Page Up>
<Page Down>
<F1>
<F2>
<F5>
<F6>
<F7>
Restore the previous CMOS value from CMOS, only for Option Page Setup Menu
Load the file-safe default CMOS value from BIOS default table
Load the Optimized Defaults
<F8>
Q-Flash utility
<F9>
System Information
<F10>
Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu
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 selec-
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The Main Menu (Example BIOS Version: F1)
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
Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Frequency/Voltage Control
Exit Without Saving
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 access hidden advanced
options.
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Standard CMOS Features
This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS.
Advanced BIOS Features
This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features.
Integrated Peripherals
This setup page includes all onboard peripherals.
Power Management Setup
This setup page includes all the items of Green function features.
PnP/PCI Configuration
This setup page includes all the configurations of PCI & PnP ISA resources.
PC Health Status
This setup page includes information about the system autodetected temperature, voltage, fan,
speed.
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Frequency/Voltage Control
This setup page is to control CPU clock and frequency ratio.
Top Performance
If you wish to maximize the performance of your system, enable Top Performance.
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Fail-Safe Defaults indicate the value of the system parameters with which the system would be
in safe configuration.
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Load Optimized Defaults
Optimized Defaults indicate the value of the system parameters with 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.
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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Standard CMOS Features
Date (mm:dd:yy)
Time (hh:mm:ss)
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IDE Primary Master
IDE Primary Slave
IDE Secondary Master
IDE Secondary Slave
[None]
[None]
[None]
[None]
Change the day, month,
year
<Week>
Sun. to Sat.
Drive A
Drive B
[1.44M, 3.5"]
[None]
<Month>
Floppy 3 Mode Support
[Disabled]
Jan. to Dec.
Halt On
[All, But Keyboard]
<Day>
1 to 31 (or maximum
allowed in the month)
Base Memory
Extended Memory
Total Memory
640K
127M
128M
<Year>
1999 to 2098
KLJI: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
Date
The date format is <week>, <month>, <day>, <year>.
Week
Month
Day
The week, from Sun to Sat, determined by the BIOS and is displayed only.
The month, Jan. through Dec.
The day, from 1 to 31 (or the maximum allowed in the month).
The year, from 1999 through 2098.
Year
Time
The times format in <hour> <minute> <second>. The time is calculated based on the 24-hour
military-time clock. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00.
IDE Primary Master, Slave /IDE Secondary Master, Slave
IDE HDD Auto-Detection
Press "Enter" to select this option for automatic device detection.
IDE Primary/Secondary Master(Slave) setup You can use one of the three methods below:
Auto
None
Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE devices during POST(default)
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)
Capacity
Capacity of currently installed hard disk.
Hard drive information should be labeled on the outside drive casing.
Enter the appropriate option based on this information.
Cylinder
Head
Number of cylinders
Number of heads
Write precomp
Precomp
Landing Zone Landing zone
Sector
Number of sectors
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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"
1.2M, 5.25"
5.25 inch PC-type standard drive; 360K byte capacity.
5.25 inch AT-type high-density drive; 1.2M byte capacity
(3.5 inch when 3 Mode is Enabled).
720K, 3.5"
1.44M, 3.5"
2.88M, 3.5"
3.5 inch double-sided drive; 720K byte capacity
3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44M byte capacity. (Default value)
3.5 inch double-sided drive; 2.88M byte capacity.
Floppy 3 Mode Support (for Japan Area)
Disabled
Drive A
Drive B
Both
Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value)
Drive A is 3 mode Floppy Drive.
Drive B is 3 mode Floppy Drive.
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
All, But Disk/Key
The system boot will not stop for a disk error; it will stop for all other errors.
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 and 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.
Total Memory
This item displays the memory size that used.
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2-2 Advanced BIOS Features
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First Boot Device
[Floppy]
Item Help
Second Boot Device
Third Boot Device
Boot Up Floppy Seek
Password Check
CPU Hyper-Threading
Limit CPUID Max. to 3
[HDD-0]
[CDROM]
[Disabled]
[Setup]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Onboard/AGP]
[128MB]
[8MB]
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Select Boot Device
Priority
#
[Floppy]
Boot from floppy
No-Execute Memory Protect (Note)
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)
CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note)
CPU EIST Function (Note)
Init Display First
Graphics Aperture Size
[LS120]
Boot from LS120
[HDD-0]
Boot from First HDD
Graphics Share Memory
[HDD-1]
Boot from second HDD
KLJI: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
"#" This option is available only when the processor you install supports Intel® Hyper-
Threading Technology.
First / Second / Third Boot Device
Floppy
LS120
HDD-0~3
SCSI
CDROM
ZIP
Select your boot device priority by Floppy.
Select your boot device priority by LS120.
Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk.
Select your boot device priority by SCSI.
Select your boot device priority by CDROM.
Select your boot device priority by ZIP.
USB-FDD
USB-ZIP
USB-CDROM
USB-HDD
LAN
Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD.
Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP.
Select your boot device priority by USB-CDROM.
Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD.
Select your boot device priority by LAN.
Select your boot device priority by Disabled.
Disabled
Boot Up Floppy Seek
During POST, BIOS will determine the floppy disk drive installed is 40 or 80 tracks. 360K
type is 40 tracks 720K, 1.2M and 1.44M are all 80 tracks.
Disabled
Enabled
BIOS will not search for the type of floppy disk drive by track number. Note
that there will not be any warning message if the drive installed is 360K.
(Default value)
BIOS searches for floppy disk drive to determine if it is 40 or 80 tracks. Note
that BIOS can not tell from 720K, 1.2M or 1.44M drive type as they are all 80
tracks
(Note) This item will show up when you install a processor that 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)
The system will not boot and will not access to Setup page if the correct
password is not entered at the prompt.
System
If you want to cancel the setting of password, please just press ENTER to make [SETUP] empty.
CPU Hyper-Threading
This option appears only when the processor you install supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology.
Enabled
Enable CPU Hyper-Threading feature. Please note that this feature is only
working for operating system with multiprocessors mode supported. (Default
value)
Disabled
Disable CPU Hyper-Threading.
Limit CPUID Max. to 3
This option is available only when you install an Intel® Prescott processor (with 533MHz FSB).
Enabled
Disabled
Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when using older OS like NT4.
Disable CPUID Limit for Windows XP.(Default value)
No-Execute Memory Protect(Note)
Enabled
Enable No-Execute Memory Protect function.(Default value)
Disabled
Disable No-Execute Memory Protect function.
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)(Note)
Enabled
Enable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function.(Default value)
Disabled
Disable CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function.
CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) (Note)
Enabled
Enable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function.(Default value)
Disabled
Disable CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) function.
CPU EIST Function (Note)
Enabled
Enable CPU EIST function.(Default value)
Disabled
Disable CPU EIST function.
Init Display First
Select the first initiation of the monitor display from onboard/AGP or PCI VGA card.
PCI
Set Init Display First to PCI VGA card.
Onboard/AGP
Set Init Display First to onboard/AGP VGA card.(Default value)
Graphics Aperture Size
This option is available only when you use the onboard VGA function.
128MB
Disabled
Set Graphics Aperture Size to 128MB. (Default value)
Disable this function.
Graphics Share Memory
This option is available only when you use the onboard VGA function.
8MB
1MB
Set Graphics Share Memory to 8MB. (Default value)
Set Graphics Share Memory to 1MB.
(Note) This item will show up when you install a processor that supports this function.
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2-3 Integrated Peripherals
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Integrated Peripherals
On-Chip Primary PCI IDE
On-Chip Secondary PCI IDE
IDE1 Conductor Cable
IDE2 Conductor Cable
USB Controller
USB Keyboard Support
USB Mouse Support
AC97 Audio
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Auto]
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If a hard disk
controller card is
used, set at Disabled
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Auto]
[Enabled]
Onboard H/W LAN
Onboard LAN Boot ROM
Onboard Serial Port 1
Onboard Serial Port 2
Onboard Parallel Port
Parallel Port Mode
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[3F8/IRQ4]
[2F8/IRQ3]
[378/IRQ7]
[SPP]
Enable onboard IDE
PORT
[Disabled]
Disable onboard IDE
PORT
x
ECP Mode Use DMA
3
KLJI: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
On-Chip Primary PCI IDE
Enabled
Enable onboard 1st channel IDE port. (Default value)
Disabled
Disable onboard 1st channel IDE port.
On-Chip Secondary PCI IDE
Enabled
Enable onboard 2nd channel IDE port. (Default value)
Disabled
Disable onboard 2nd channel IDE port.
IDE1 Conductor Cable
Auto
BIOS autodetects IDE1 conductor cable .(Default Value)
ATA66/100
Set IDE1 Conductor Cable to ATA66/100 (please make sure your IDE
device and cable are compatible with ATA66/100).
ATA33
Set IDE1 Conductor Cable to ATA33. (Please make sure your IDE
device and cable are compatible with ATA33)
IDE2 Conductor Cable
Auto
BIOS autodetects IDE2 conductor cable. (Default Value)
ATA66/100
Set IDE2 Conductor Cable to ATA66/100(please make sure your IDE
device and cable are compatible with ATA66/100)
ATA33
Set IDE2 Conductor Cable to ATA33. (Please make sure your IDE
device and cable are compatible with ATA33)
USB Controller
Enabled
Disabled
Enable USB Controller. (Default value)
Disable USB Controller.
USB Keyboard Support
Enabled
Enable USB Keyboard Support.
Disabled
Disable USB Keyboard Support. (Default value)
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USB Mouse Support
Enabled
Enable USB Mouse Support.
Disabled
Disable USB Mouse Support. (Default value)
AC97 Audio
Auto
Disabled
Auto detect AC97 audio function. (Default value)
Disable AC97 audio function.
Onboard H/W LAN
Enabled
Disabled
Enable Onboard H/W LAN function. (Default value)
Disable this function.
Onboard LAN Boot ROM
This function decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip.
Enabled
Disabled
Enable this function.
Disable this function. (Default value)
Onboard Serial Port 1
Auto
BIOS will automatically setup the Serial port 1 address.
3F8/IRQ4
2F8/IRQ3
3E8/IRQ4
2E8/IRQ3
Disabled
Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3F8/IRQ4. (Default value)
Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 2F8/IRQ3.
Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3E8/IRQ4.
Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 2E8/IRQ3.
Disable onboard Serial port 1.
Onboard Serial Port 2
Auto
BIOS will automatically setup the Serial port 2 address.
3F8/IRQ4
2F8/IRQ3
3E8/IRQ4
2E8/IRQ3
Disabled
Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 3F8/IRQ4.
Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 2F8/IRQ3. (Default value)
Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 3E8/IRQ4.
Enable onboard Serial port 2 and address is 2E8/IRQ3.
Disable onboard Serial port 2.
Onboard Parallel Port
Disabled
Disable onboard LPT port.
378/IRQ7
278/IRQ5
3BC/IRQ7
Enable onboard LPT port and address is 378/IRQ7. (Default value)
Enable onboard LPT port and address is 278/IRQ5.
Enable onboard LPT port and address is 3BC/IRQ7.
Parallel Port Mode
SPP
EPP
ECP
ECP+EPP
Use Parallel port as Standard Parallel Port. (Default value)
Use Parallel port as Enhanced Parallel Port.
Use Parallel port as Extended Capabilities Port.
Use Parallel port as ECP & EPP mode.
ECP Mode Use DMA
This option is available only when Parallel Port Mode is set to ECP or ECP+EPP.
3
1
Set ECP Mode Use DMA to 3. (Default value)
Set ECP Mode Use DMA to 1.
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2-4 Power Management Setup
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Power Management Setup
ACPI Suspend Type
Power LED in S1 state
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
PME Event Wake Up
ModemRingOn
[S1(POS)]
[Blinking]
[Instant-Off]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Everyday
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Set suspend type to
Power On Suspend under
ACPI OS
Resume by Alarm
x
x
Date (of Month) Alarm
Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm
Power On By Mouse
Power On By Keyboard
KB Power ON Password
AC BACK Function
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Enter
[S3]
Set suspend type to
Suspend to RAM under
ACPI OS
x
[Soft-Off]
KLJI: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
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).
Power LED in S1 State
Blinking
The Power LED will be blinking during S1 state. (Default value)
Dual/Off
The Power LED will be turned off or change color.
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)
ModemRingOn
Disabled
Disable the ModemRingOn function.
Enabled
Enable the ModemRingOn function. (Default value)
Resume by Alarm
You can set "Resume by Alarm" item to enabled and key in date/time to power on system.
Disabled
Enabled
Disable this function. (Default value)
Enable alarm function to turn on system.
If Resume by Alarm is Enabled:
Date (of Month) Alarm :
Everyday, 1~31
Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm :
(0~23) : (0~59) : (0~59)
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Power On By Mouse
Disabled
Disable this function. (Default value)
Double Click Double-click 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" is 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 comes back to the system, the system will be in the off
state. (Default value)
Full-On
When AC-power comes back to the system, the system always stay in the
on state.
Memory
When AC-power comes 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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PnP/PCI Configurations
PCI1/5 IRQ Assignment
PCI2 IRQ Assignment
PCI3 IRQ Assignment
PCI4 IRQ Assignment
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
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INT:
USB1.1 Host Cntrlr
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KLJI: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
PCI1/5 IRQ Assignment
Auto
3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15
Auto assign IRQ to PCI 1/5. (Default value)
Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 1/5.
PCI2 IRQ Assignment
Auto
3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15
Auto assign IRQ to PCI 2. (Default value)
Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 2.
PCI3 IRQ Assignment
Auto
3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15
Auto assign IRQ to PCI 3. (Default value)
Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 3.
PCI4 IRQ Assignment
Auto
3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15
Auto assign IRQ to PCI 4. (Default value)
Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 4.
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PC Health Status
Reset Case Open Status
Case Opened
[Disabled]
Yes
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Vcore
OK
DDR25V
OK
[Disabled]
+3.3V
+12V
OK
Don’t reset case
open status
OK
Current CPU Temperature
Current CPU FAN Speed
Current SYSTEM FAN Speed
CPU Warning Temperature
CPU FAN Fail Warning
SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning
33oC
4687 RPM
0
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
RPM
Clear case open status
and set to be Disabled
at next boot
KLJI: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
Reset Case Open Status
Disabled
Don't reset the Case Open status. (Default value)
Eabled
Clear the Case Open status at next boot.
Case Opened
If the case is closed, Case Opened will show "No."
If the case has been opened, Case Opened will show "Yes".
If you want to reset the Case Opened value, enable Reset Case Open Status and save to
CMOS, and 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
70oC / 158oF
80oC / 176oF
90oC / 194oF
Disabled
Monitor CPU temperature at 60oC / 140oF.
Monitor CPU temperature at 70oC / 158oF.
Monitor CPU temperature at 80oC / 176oF.
Monitor CPU temperature at 90oC / 194oF.
Disable this function. (Default value)
CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning
Disabled
Disable fan fail warning function . (Default value)
Enabled
Enable fan fail warning function.
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Frequency/Voltage Control
CPU Clock Ratio
[15X]
[Disabled]
133
33/66
Auto
Item Help
CPU Host Clock Control
CPU Host Frequency (Mhz)
PCI/AGP Fixed
Host/DRAM Clock ratio
Memory Frequency (Mhz)
PCI/AGP Frequency (Mhz)
Menu Level
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x
Set CPU Ratio if CPU
Ratio is unclocked
266
33/66
KLJI: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
Incorrect using these features may cause your system broken. For power end-user use only.
CPU Clock Ratio
This setup option will be automatically assigned by CPU detection.
The option will display "Locked" and read only if the CPU ratio is not changeable.
CPU Host Clock Control
Please note that if your system is overclocked and cannot restart, please wait 20 secs.
for automatic system restart or clear the CMOS setup data and perform a safe restart.
Disabled Disable CPU Host Clock Control. (Default value)
Enabled Enable CPU Host Clock Control.
CPU Host Frequency (Mhz)
This item will be available when "CPU Host Clock Control" is set to Enabled.
100MHz ~ 355MHz
Set CPU Host Clock from 100MHz to 355MHz.
Inappropriate using it may cause your system corrupted. For power End-User use only!
PCI/AGP Fixed
You can choose those modes to adjust PCI/AGP frequency. (Select PCI/AGP frequency
asynchronous with CPU frequency).
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For FSB (Front Side Bus) frequency=533MHz,
2.0
Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.0.
2.5
Memory Frequency = Host clock X 2.5.
Auto
Set Memory frequency by DRAM SPD data. (Default value)
Memory Frequency (Mhz)
The values depend on CPU Host Frequency.
PCI/AGP Frequency (Mhz)
The values depend on Fixed PCI/AGP Frequency.
2-8 Top Performance
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Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Feat
Integrated Peripheral
Power Management S
PnP/PCI Configuratio
PC Health Status
Top Performance
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ults
rd
Top Performance
Disabled.........................[„]
Enabled..........................[ ]
Frequency/Voltage C
KL: Move
ENTER: Accept
Esc: Quit
ESC: Abort
F8: Q-Flash
p
System will be set in best performance configuration..
If you wish to maximize the performance of your system, enable "Top Performance."
Disabled Disable this function. (Default Value)
Enabled Enable Top Performance function.
"Top Performance" will increase H/W working speed. Different system configuration (both H/W
component and OS) will effect the result. For example, the same H/W configuration might not run
properly with Windows XP, but works smoothly with Windows NT. Therefore, if your system is not
perform enough, the reliability or stability problem will appear sometimes, and we will recommend you
disabling the option to avoid the problem as mentioned above.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI C
PC Health Status
Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N)? N
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
Frequency/Voltage Control
Esc: Quit
KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Fail-Safe defaults contain the most appropriate values of the system parameters that allow minimum system
performance.
2-10 Load Optimized Defaults
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI C
PC Health Status
Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Load Optimized Defaults (Y/N)? N
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
Frequency/Voltage Control
Esc: Quit
KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Load Optimized Defaults
Selecting this field loads the factory defaults for BIOS and Chipset Features which the system automatically
detects.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI Configurations
Enter Password:
PC Health
Frequency/Voltage Control
Exit Without Saving
Esc: Quit
KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Change/Set/Disable Password
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.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Mana
PnP/PCI Con
PC Health Status
Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
Frequency/Voltage Control
Esc: Quit
KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Save Data to CMOS
Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility and save the user setup value to RTC CMOS.
Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.
2-13 Exit Without Saving
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated
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PC Health Status
Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? N
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Frequency/Voltage Control
Exit Without Saving
Esc: Quit
KLJI: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Abandon all Data
Type "Y" will quit the Setup Utility without saving to RTC CMOS.
Type "N" will return to Setup Utility.
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Chapter 3Drivers Installation
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 Setup.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. The "Xpress Install" uses the"Click and Go" technology to install the drivers
automatically. Just select the drivers you want then click the "GO" button. The "Xpress Install" will execute
the installation for you automatically.
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
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3-2 Software Application
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 Software 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
4-1-1 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.
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Verifying DMI Pool Data
Boot from CD:
Boot from CD:
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
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2. Press F9 during powering on the computer. (Text Mode)
Press F9 during powering on the computer .
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Press DEL to enter SETUP / Q-Flash, F9 For Xpress Recovery
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F9 For Xpress Recovery
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
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.
5. Exit and Restart:
Exit and restart your computer.
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4-1-2 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-FlashTM 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-FlashTM Utility on Dual BIOS Motherboards.
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.
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Check System Health OK , VCore = 1.5250
Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.6GHz (133x12)
<CPUID : 0F27 Patch ID : 0027>
The BIOS file is Fa3
before updating
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
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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.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Select Language
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI Configurations
PC Health Status
Save & Exit Setup
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Exit Without Saving
ESC: Quit
F3: Change Language
F10: Save & Exit Setup
F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash
Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...
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.
Dual BIOS Utility
Dual BIOS utility bar
Boot From.........................................
Main Bios
Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A
Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A
512K
512K
Task menu for
Dual BIOS
utility
Wide Range Protection Disable
Boot From Main Bios
Auto Recovery Enable
Halt On Error Disable
Copy Main ROM Data to Backup
Load Default Settings
Save Settings to CMOS
Q-FlashTM utility title
bar
Q-Flash Utility
Load Main BIOS from Floppy
Load Backup BIOS from Floppy
Save Main BIOS to Floppy
Save Backup BIOS to Floppy
Task menu for
Q-FlashTM utility
Enter : Run
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ESC:Reset
F10:Power Off
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 execu-
tion 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.
Dual BIOS Utility
Boot From.........................................
Main Bios
Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A
Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A
512K
512K
Wide Range Protection Disable
1 file(s) found
Boo
8KNXPU.Fba
512K
BIOS file in the floppy
disk.
Total size : 1.39M
Free size : 911.50K
DEL : Delete
F5 : Refresh
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
Enter : Run
ꢁꢂ:Move
ESC:Reset
F10:Power Off
After pressing Enter, you'll then see the progress of reading the BIOS file from the floppy disk.
Dual BIOS Utility
Boot From.........................................
Main Bios
Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A
Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A
512K
512K
Wide Range Protection Disable
Reading BIOS file from floppy ...
Don't Turn Off Power or Reset System
Do not turn off power or
reset your system at this
stage!!
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.....................
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
Enter : Run
ꢁꢂ: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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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.
Dual BIOS Utility
Boot From.........................................
Main Bios
Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A
Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A
512K
512K
Wide Range Protection Disable
You can repeat Step 1 to
4 to flash the backup
BIOS, too.
!! Copy BIOS completed - Pass !!
Please press any key to continue
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
Enter : Run
ꢁꢂ:Move
ESC:Reset
F10:Power Off
5. Press Esc and then Y button to exit the Q-Flash utility. The computer will restart automatically after
you exit Q-Flash.
Dual BIOS Utility
Boot From.........................................
Main Bios
Main ROM Type/Size.............................SST 49LF003A
Backup ROM Type/Size.........................SST 49LF003A
512K
512K
Wide Range Protection Disable
Are you sure to RESET ?
[Enter] to continure or [Esc] to abort...
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
Enter : Run
ꢁꢂ:Move
ESC:Reset
F10:Power Off
After system reboots, you may find the BIOS version on your boot screen becomes the one you flashed.
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Intel i875P AGPset BIOS for 8KNXP Ultra Fba
The BIOS file
Check System Health OK , VCore = 1.5250
Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.6GHz (133x12)
<CPUID : 0F27 Patch ID : 0027>
becomes Fba after
Memory Testing : 131072K OK
updating.
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
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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.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Select Language
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Power Manag
PnP/PCI Coni
PC Health Status
Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N)? Y
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
ESC: Quit
F3: Change Language
F10: Save & Exit Setup
F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash
Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...
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.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Select Language
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Power Manag
PnP/PCI Con
PC Health Status
Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
ESC: Quit
F3: Change Language
F10: Save & Exit Setup
F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash
Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...
Press Y on your keyboard to save and exit.
Part Two:
Updating BIOS with Q-FlashTM Utility on Single-BIOS Motherboards.
This part guides users of single-BIOS motherboards how to update BIOS using the Q-FlashTM utility.
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Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Top Performance
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI Configurations
PC Health Status
Save & Exit Setup
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Exit Without Saving
ESC: Quit
F3: Change Language
F10: Save & Exit Setup
F8: Q-Flash
Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...
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Exploring the Q-FlashTM utility screen
The Q-FlashBIOS utility screen consists of the following key components.
Q-FlashTM utility bar
Q-Flash Utility V1.30
Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A
256K
Keep DMI Data Enable
Task menu for
Q-FlashTM utility
Update BIOS from Floppy
Save BIOS to Floppy
Enter : Run
ꢁꢂ:Move
ESC:Reset
F10:Power Off
Action bar
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.
Q-Flash Utility V1.30
Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A
256K
1 file(s) found
8GE800.F4
256K
BIOS file in the floppy
disk.
Total size : 1.39M
En
Free size : 1.14M
DEL : Delete
er Off
F5 : Refresh
Q-Flash Utility V1.30
Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A
256K
Do not turn off power or
reset your system at
this stage!!
Reading BIOS file from floppy ...
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.....................
En
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Don't Turn Off Power or Reset System
After BIOS file is read, you'll see a confirmation dialog box asking you "Are you sure to update BIOS?"
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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.
Q-Flash Utility V1.30
Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A
256K
Updating BIOS Now
Do not turn off power or
reset your system
at this stage!!
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.........................
En
er Off
Don't Turn Off Power or Reset System
4. Press any keys to return to the Q-Flash menu when the BIOS updating procedure is completed.
Q-Flash Utility V1.30
Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A
256K
!! Copy BIOS completed - Pass !!
Please press any key to continue
En
er Off
5. Press Esc and then Y button to exit the Q-Flash utility. The computer will restart automatically after
you exit Q-Flash.
Q-Flash Utility V1.30
Flash Type/Size.................................SST 49LF003A
256K
Are you sure to RESET ?
[Enter] to continure or [Esc] to abort...
En
er Off
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.
Intel 845GE AGPSet BIOS for 8GE800 F4
The BIOS file
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
becomes F4 after
updating
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 Start/ Programs/ GIGABYTE/@BIOS
Select @BIOS item.
Fig 3. The @BIOS utility
Fig 4. Select the desired @BIOS server
Click "ꢀ"
Click "Update New BIOS"
1. Methods and steps:
I. Update BIOS through Internet:
a. Click "Internet Update" icon.
b. Click "Update New BIOS" icon.
c. Select @BIOSTM server.
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:
45GE775G.F1).
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
website 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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4-1-3 2- / 4- / 6-/ 8- Channel Audio Function
Introduction
The installation of audio software is very simple. Follow the steps to install the function. (Following
pictures are in Windows XP). Please note that if you want to set up an 8 channel audio configuration,
you must use Audio Combo Kit (optional device).
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".
Line 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 "2CH Speaker" to complete
2 channel audio configuration.
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4 Channel Audio Setup
STEP 1:
Connect the Front Speakers to "Line Out", the Rear
Speakers to "Line In".
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)
Line Out (Front 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" and select the "UAJ
Function". 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 Speakers to "Line Out", the Rear
Speakers to "Line In", and the Center/Subwoofer
Speakers to "MIC In".
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)
Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
Mic In (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" and select the "UAJ
Function". Then click on the left selection bar and
select "6CH Speaker" to complete 6 channel audio
configuration.
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8 Channel Audio Setup (requires Audio Combo Kit, optional device) :
Audio Combo Kit includes a Surround-Kit and a
SPDIF output cable (an optical and coaxial cable).
If you want to set up an 8 channel configuration,
you need to use the Surround-Kit. The Surround-
Kit offers R/L surround, center/subwoofer output
and rear surround.
Surround-Kit connector
SPDIF cable connector
STEP 1:
Secure the Audio Combo Kit at the panel on the back
of the case.
STEP 2:
Connect the Surround-Kit to the SUR_CEN connector located on the motherboard.
STEP 3:
There are two methods of 8 channel audio
configuration:
Method 1:
Connect the front channels to the "Line Out" port
located on the audio panel and the rear channels to
the Surround-Kit "REAR R/L" port. Connect the
center/subwoofer channels to the Surround-Kit "SUB
CENTER" and the R/L channels to the Surround-
Kit "SUR BACK" port.
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Method 2:
Connect the front channels to the "Line Out" port
located on the audio panel and the rear channels to
the "Line In" port. Connect the center/subwoofer
channels to the "MIC In" port located on the audio
panel and the R/L channels to the Surround-Kit
"SUR BACK" port. (This method requires UAJ
function)
STEP 4:
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 5:
Click "Speaker Configuration" and select both the
"UAJ Function" and "Only Surround-Kit". Then click
on the left selection bar and select "8CH Speaker"
to complete 8 channel audio configuration.
Sound Effect Configuration:
At the sound effect menu, users can adjust sound
option settings as desired.
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SPDIF Output Device (Optional Device)
A "SPDIF output" connector is available on the
motherboard. Cable with rear bracket could link to
the "SPDIF output" connector (As picture.) For the
further linkage to decoder, rear bracket
provides coaxial cable and Fiber connecting port
(Note1)
.
1. Connect the SPDIF output device to the rear
bracket of PC, and fix it with screw.
2. Connect SPDIF device to the motherboard.
3. Connect SPDIF to the SPDIF decoder.
(Note1) If you want to use both of the 8 channel audio function and SPDIF out function, you may buy
the Audio Combo Kit (refer to the 8 channel Audio Setup section).
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UAJ Introduction
UAJ (Universal Audio Jack) has a very smart feature: It will switch signal automatically when user plugs his
audio device to the wrong jack (Line-in/ Line-out). That means users do not need to worry the audio device
should be plug in Line-in or Line-out jack, the device will work perfectly after UAJ is activated.
Enable UAJ function:
You can click "UAJ Automatic" button to enable UAJ
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4-2 Troubleshooting
Below is a collection of general asked questions. To check general asked questions based on a specific
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(or load Optimized Defaults).
7. Save changes and reboot the system.
Question 4: 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 5: 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.
ꢃ
AWARD BIOS Beep Codes
ꢃAMI BIOS Beep Codes
*
Computer gives 1 short beep when system boots successfully.
1 short: System boots successfully
2 short: CMOS setting error
*Except for beep code 8, these codes are always fatal.
1 beep Refresh failure
1 long 1 short: DRAM or M/B error
1 long 2 short: Monitor or display card
error
2 beeps Parity error
3 beeps Base 64K memory failure
4 beeps Timer not operational
1 long 3 short: Keyboard error
1 long 9 short: BIOS ROM error
Continuous long beeps: DRAM error
Continuous short beeps: Power error
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
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