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GA-945PLM-(D)S2 (rev. 2.1)
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Intel Core 2 Extreme dual-core / Core 2 Duo /
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Intel Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron D LGA775 Processor Motherboard
User's Manual
Rev. 2102
12ME-945PLMDR-2102R
* The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste
and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!!
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Motherboard GA-945PLM-DS2/GA-945PLM-S2 (rev. 2.1) Motherboard GA-945PLM-DS2/ GA-945PLM-S2 (rev. 2.1) Nov. 29, 2006 Nov. 29, 2006
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Copyright © 2006 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in the manual are legally registered to their respective companies. Notice The written content provided with this product is the property of Gigabyte. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means without Gigabyte's prior written permission. Specifications and features are subject to change without prior notice. Product Manual Classification In
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Table of Contents Item Checklist ................................................................................................................. 6 Optional Accessories ...................................................................................................... 6 GA-945PLM-DS2/GA-945PLM-S2 (rev. 2.1) Motherboard Layout ................................ 7 Block Diagram ................................................................................................................ 8 Chap
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Chapter 3 Install Drivers ............................................................................................. 51 3-1 Install Chipset Drivers .................................................................................... 51 3-2 Software Applications ..................................................................................... 52 3-3 Driver CD Information .................................................................................... 52 3-4 Hardware Information .......
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Item Checklist IDE Cable x 1, FDD Cable x 1 SATA 3Gb/s Cable x 1 I/O Shield * The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice. Optional Accessories 2 Ports USB2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-51/R) 4 Ports USB2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-21/R) COM Port Cable (Part Number: 12CF1-1CM001-31/12CF1-1CM001-12R) S/PDIF In and Out Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1SPINO-11/R) e-SATA Cable (Part Number: 12CF1-3SATPW-11R) - 6 -
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GA-945PLM-DS2/GA-945PLM-S2 (rev. 2.1) Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 ® Intel 945PL AUDIO PCIE_16 PCI1 Marvell 88E8001 ® PCI2 Intel ICH7 BATTERY PCI3 BIOS CI CLR_CMOS CODEC COMB F_USB1 F_USB2 F_PANEL CD_IN PWR_LED SPDIF_IO - 7 - REV: 2.1 USB USB COMA LPT LAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN GA-945PLM-DS2/GA-945PLM-S2 DDRII1 SATAII0 SATAII2 DDRII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 IDE ATX IT8718 FDD
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Block Diagram LGA775 CPU CLK+/-(200/133 MHz) PCIe CLK Processor (100 MHz) Host Interface DDRII 533/400 MHz DIMM ® Intel 945PL PCI Express x16 Dual Channel Memory ATA33/66/100 IDE Channel BIOS ® Intel ICH7 4 SATA 3Gb/s PCI Express Bus 8 USB Ports PCI Bus x1 Floppy Marvell 88E8001 LPT Port IT8718 CODEC RJ45 COM Ports LAN PS/2 KB/Mouse 3 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) - 8 - Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out
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English 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
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1-2 Feature Summary TM TM ® ® CPU LGA775 for Intel Core 2 Extreme dual-core / Core 2 Duo / Pentium D / ® ® Pentium 4 / Celeron D L2 cache varies with CPU Front Side Bus Supports 800/533 MHz FSB ® Chipset Northbridge: Intel 945PL Express Chipset ® Southbridge: Intel ICH7 LAN Onboard Marvell 88E8001 chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) Audio Onboard Realtek ALC888 CODEC chip Supports High Definition Audio Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio Supports S/PDIF In/Out connection Supports CD In connecti
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English Rear Panel I/O 1 PS/2 keyboard port 1 PS/2 mouse port 1 parallel port 1 serial port 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 RJ-45 port 6 audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In/Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out)/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Side Speaker Out) I/O Control IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU temperature detection CPU / System fan speed detection CPU warning temperature CPU / System fan failure warning CPU smart fan control BIOS 1 4 Mbit flash ROM U
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1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler 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 CPU cooler. 4. Please make sure the CPU cooler is inst
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English 1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Fig.1 Fig. 2 Please apply an even layer of CPU cooler paste (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to on the surface of the installed CPU. remove the CPU cooler, 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 CPU cooler ato
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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 o
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English Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-945PLM-DS2/GA-945PLM-S2 supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of memory bus will double. The GA-945PLM-DS2/GA-945PLM-S2 includes 2 DIMM sockets. If you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following explanations: 1. Dual Channel mode will not be enabled if only one DDRII memory module is installed. 2. To enable Dual Channel mode, please insert two DDRII memory modul
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1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below: 1. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer. 2. Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. 3. Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard. 4. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot. 5. Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of
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English 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. COMA (Serial Port) Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices. USB Port Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB ke
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Line Out (Front Speaker Out) The default Line Out (Front Speaker Out) jack. Stereo speakers, earphone or front surround speakers can be connected to Line Out (Front Speaker Out) jack. MIC In The default MIC In jack. Microphone must be connected to MIC In jack. In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic In jack ( ) . Please refer to the 2-/4-
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English 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 wi
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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(CPU_FAN) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire (GND). Remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to pre- ve
