Intel GA-945PL-DS3P, GA-945PL-S3P Considerations Prior to Installation, Preparing Your Computer

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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 the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard.

Installation Notices

1.Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

2.Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the information in the provided manual.

3.Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.

4.To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

5.Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

6.Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

7.Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.

8.If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.

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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Contents GA-945PL-DS3P GA-945PL-S3P Motherboard GA-945PL-DS3P GA-945PL-S3P Product Manual Classification CopyrightTable of Contents Install Drivers Item Checklist GA-945PL-DS3P/GA-945PL-S3P GA-945PL-DS3P / GA-945PL-S3P Motherboard LayoutBlock Diagram Installation Notices Considerations Prior to InstallationInstances of Non-Warranty Preparing Your ComputerCPU Feature SummaryMbit flash ROM Installation of the CPU Installation of the CPU and CPU CoolerInstallation of the Cooler Installation of Memory Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installation of Expansion Cards I/O Back Panel Introduction MIC Connectors IntroductionATX12V/ATX Power Connector Nbfan Chip Fan Connector 5 Cpufan / Sysfan / Pwrfan Cooler Fan Power ConnectorFDD FDD Connector IDE1 IDE ConnectorPwrled SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 Sata 3Gb/s ConnectorsFaudio Front Audio Connector Fpanel Front Panel Jumper Spdifio S/PDIF In/Out Connector Cdin CD In ConnectorCI Chassis Intrusion, Case Open FUSB1 / FUSB2 Front USB ConnectorsClrcmos Clear Cmos English Main Menu Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup MenuMain Menu For example GA-945PL-DS3P Bios Ver. E1 „ Advanced Bios Features „ Standard Cmos Features„ Power Management Setup „ PnP/PCI ConfigurationsTime Standard Cmos FeaturesIDE Channel 0 Master, Slave IDE Channel 2/3 Master, SlaveDrive a Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaHalt on MemoryHard Disk Boot Priority Advanced Bios FeaturesFirst / Second / Third Boot Device Password CheckCPU Hyper-Threading Note HDD S.M.A.R.T. CapabilityLimit Cpuid Max. to 3 Note No-Execute Memory ProtectNoteIntegrated Peripherals Sata Port 0/2 Set toSata Port 1/3 Set to USB Controller Smart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic FunctionUSB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard SupportOnBoard LAN Boot ROM Onboard Serial PortOnboard Parallel Port Parallel Port Mode Power Management SetupECP Mode Use DMA Power On by RingPower On By Mouse Resume by AlarmPower On By Keyboard KB Power on PasswordPCI 1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN ModeCPU Clock Ratio Note MB Intelligent TweakerM.I.TRobust Graphics Booster A.2CPU Host Clock Control FSB1333 Core 2 CPUCPU Host Frequency Mhz PCI Express Frequency MhzFSB OverVoltage Control PCI-E OverVoltage ControlCPU Voltage Control Normal CPU VcoreLoad Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Exit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupEnglish Install Chipset Drivers Install DriversDriver CD Information Software ApplicationsContact Us Hardware InformationEnglish Unique Software Utilities EasyTune 5 IntroductionUser Interface Overview Xpress Recovery2 Introduction How to use the Xpress Recovery2System requirements Main Screen of Xpress Recovery2 PrecautionsLimitations Updating the Bios Flash Bios Method IntroductionMethod 1 Q-FlashTM Before UseCopy Bios completed Pass Please press any key to continue Methods and steps Method 2 @BIOSTM UtilityEnglish 4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction Stereo Speakers Connection and SettingsChannel Audio Setup English English Sound Effect Configuration Troubleshooting English English Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsGigabyte Global Service System