Intel GA-945PL-S3G user manual Bios Setup

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS.

To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the BIOS Setup program.

To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.

•Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.

•@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS.

For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities."

•Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the

current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.

•BIOS will emit a beep code during the POST. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for the beep codes description.

•It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introduc- tions of the battery/clearing CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

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Contents GA-945PL-S3G Motherboard Disclaimer CopyrightDocumentation Classifications Identifying Your Motherboard RevisionTable of Contents Regulatory Statements Box Contents GA-945PL-S3G GA-945PL-S3G Motherboard LayoutBlock Diagram Installation Precautions Hardware InstallationCPU Product Specifications4 Mbit flash Page Hyper-Threading Technology System Requirements Installing the CPU and CPU CoolerInstalling the CPU CPU Socket Lever Installing the CPU Cooler Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installing the MemoryInstalling a Memory Installing an Expansion Card Back Panel Connectors SATAII0/1/2/3 Internal ConnectorsATX Power Connector GND CPUFAN/SYSFAN Fan Headers FDD Floppy Disk Drive ConnectorSATAII0/1/2/3 Sata 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by ICH7 IDE IDE ConnectorBAT Battery Pwrled System Power LED HeaderFpanel Front Panel Header Faudio Front Panel Audio Header Cdin CD In ConnectorFUSB1/FUSB2 USB Headers Spdifo S/PDIF Out HeaderClrcmos Clearing Cmos Jumper CI Chassis Intrusion HeaderBios Setup Post Screen Logo Screen DefaultStartup Screen Bios Setup Program Function Keys Sample Bios Version D11Main Menu Main Menu Help„ Advanced Bios Features „ Standard Cmos Features„ Power Management Setup „ PnP/PCI ConfigurationsTime DateIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE Channel 2, 3 Master/SlaveDrive a Floppy 3 Mode SupportHalt on MemoryFirst/Second/Third Boot Device Hard Disk Boot PriorityPassword Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. CapabilityLimit Cpuid Max. to 3 Note CPU Hyper-Threading NoteNo-Execute Memory Protect Note CPU Enhanced Halt C1E NoteOn-Chip Primary PCI IDE On-Chip Sata ModePata IDE Set to Sata Port 0/2 Set toSata Port 1/3 Set to Smart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic FunctionUSB Controller USB 2.0 ControllerParallel Port Mode Onboard LAN Boot ROMECP Mode Use DMA Onboard Serial PortPME Event Wake Up Power On by RingSoft-Off by PWR-BTTN Power On By Mouse Resume by AlarmPower On By Keyboard KB Power on PasswordPnP/PCI Configurations Current CPU Temperature Reset Case Open StatusCPU Warning Temperature Case OpenedFSB1333 Core.2 CPU CPU Clock Ratio NoteRobust Graphics Booster CPU Host Frequency Mhz CPU Host Clock ControlPCI Express Frequency Mhz System Memory MultiplierNormal CPU Vcore CPU Voltage ControlLoad Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsUser Password Supervisor PasswordExit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupGA-945PL-S3G Motherboard Installing Chipset Drivers Drivers InstallationDriver CD Information Software ApplicationsContact Us Hardware InformationGA-945PL-S3G Motherboard System Requirements Xpress Recovery2Before You Begin Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard Drive Installation and ConfigurationPage Using the Backup Function in Xpress Recovery2 Accessing Xpress Recovery2Exiting Xpress Recovery2 Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2Removing the Backup Updating the Bios with the Q-Flash Utility Bios Update UtilitiesWhat is Q-FlashTM? What is @BIOSTM?Updating the Bios Page Installing and Using @BIOS Updating the Bios with the @BIOS UtilitySave the Current Bios File Update the Bios Using the Internet Update FunctionClick Update New Bios Update the Bios without Using the Internet Update FunctionEasyTune 5 Interface Button Information Table EasyTuneProperties Windows Vista ReadyBoostConfiguring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio Configuring Audio Input and OutputConfiguring Speakers High Definition Audio HD AudioSpeakers or Headphones Sound Effect tab Configuring Sound EffectConfiguring AC97 Audio Pdif out Installing the S/PDIF Out Cable OptionalInstalling the S/PDIF Out Cable Configuring S/PDIF out Configuring Microphone Recording Appendix Playing the Sound Using the Sound RecorderRecording the Sound Frequently Asked Questions TroubleshootingStart Troubleshooting ProcedureEND Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment Weee Symbol StatementRegulatory Notices China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table GA-945PL-S3G Motherboard Appendix GA-945PL-S3G Motherboard Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsPoland Ukraine Romania Serbia & Montenegro Gigabyte Global Service System