Intel GA-8I955X ROYAL, GA-8I955X PRO user manual English

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The KB is a unit of Strip Size. You can set disk block size with this item.

The disk block size can be set from 4KB to 128KB. After you set disk block size, press Enter to set disk Capacity.

Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM V5.0.0.1011 ICH7R wRAID5

Copyright(C) 2003-04 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed.

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name : RAID_Volume0

RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe)

Disks : Select Disks

Strip Size : 128KB

Capacity : 223.5 GB

Create Volume

[ HELP ]

The following are typical values:

RAID 0 - 128KB

RAID 1 - 64KB

RAID 5 - 64KB

[ ]-Change

[TAB]-Next

[ESC]-Previous Menu

[ENTER]-Select

Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM V5.0.0.1011 ICH7R wRAID5

Copyright(C) 2003-04 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed.

[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]

Name : RAID_Volume0

RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe)

Disks : Select Disks

Strip Size : 128KB

Capacity : 223.5 GB

Create Volume

[ HELP ]

Enter the volume capacity. The default value indicates the maximum volume capacity using the selected disks. If less than the maximum capacity is chosen, creation of a second volume is needed to utilize the remaining space.

[ ]-Change

[TAB]-Next

[ESC]-Previous Menu

[ENTER]-Select

Press Enter to enter Create Volume after setting disk capacity.

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Contents GA-8I955X Royal/ GA-8I955X Pro Motherboard GA-8I955X Pro May 6 Copyright Product Manual ClassificationTable of Contents Drivers Installation Royal Pro GA-8I955XBlock Diagram Considerations Prior to Installation Installation NoticesInstances of Non-Warranty Preparing Your ComputerFeature Summary CPURAID Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Installation of the CPUInstallation of the Heatsink Installing/Removing Cool-Plus Northbridge Cooling Fan Installation of MemoryDual Channel DDR Installation of Expansion Cards Installation of U-Plus DPS Universal Plus Dual Power System How to install U-Plus DPS?I/O Back Panel Introduction Connectors Introduction Center/Subwoofer Speaker OutSide Speaker Out ATX12V/ATX Power Connector 5 Cpufan / SYSFAN/ Pwrfan Cooler Fan Power Connector Nbfan Chip Fan Power ConnectorFDD Floppy Connector IDE1/IDE2/IDE3 IDE ConnectorFpanel Front Panel Jumper Faudio Front Audio Connector Cdin CDFUSB2/GREEN USB Front USB Connector Spdifi Spdif16 F11394/F21394 Ieee 1394 Connectors Clrcmos Clear CmosRfid CI Chassis Intrusion, Case OpenBATBattery PwrledStatus Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Main MenuMain Menu For example Bios Ver I955XRO.F3J „ Load Optimized Defaults „ Set Supervisor Password„ Set User Password „ Save & Exit SetupTime IDE Channel 0 Master, SlaveFloppy 3 Mode Support for Japan Area Drive a / Drive BHalt on MemoryHard Disk Boot Priority First / Second / Third Boot DevicePassword Check Dram Data Integrity Mode CPU Hyper-ThreadingLimit Cpuid Max. to No-Execute Memory ProtectNoteSata RAID / Ahci Mode Integrated PeripheralsOn-Chip Primary PCI IDE On-Chip Secondary PCI IDEOn-Chip Sata Mode Pata IDE Set toSata Port 0/2 Set to Sata Port 1/3 Set toOnboard LAN1 Boot ROM LAN1 port Onboard LAN2 Boot ROM LAN2 portParallel Port Mode ECP Mode Use DMAResume by Alarm Power On By MousePower On By Keyboard KB Power on PasswordAC Back Function Current CPU Temperature Current CPU/POWER/SYSTEM FAN Speed RPMCPU Warning Temperature CPU/POWER/SYSTEM FAN Fail WarningCPU Smart FAN Mode CPU Smart FAN ControlM. Note CPU Clock Ratio NoteRobust Graphics Booster A.2CPU Host Clock Control CPU Host FrequencyMhzPCI Express FrequencyMhz System Memory MultiplierMemory Frequency Mhz Dimm OverVoltage ControlPCI-E OverVoltage Control FSB OverVoltage ControlLoad Optimized Defaults Select LanguageSet Supervisor/User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingDrivers Installation Install Chipset DriversSoftware Applications Driver CD InformationHardware Information Contact UsEnglish Unique Software Utilities EasyTune 5 Introduction User Interface OverviewXpress Recovery Introduction What is Xpress Recovery ?How to use the Xpress Recovery F9 For Xpress Recovery Remove Backup Image  Remove backup image. Are you sure? Y/N Exit and RestartFlash Bios Method Introduction What is Dual Bios Technology?How to use Dual Bios and Q-Flash Utility? Wide Range Protection DisableDefault, Enable Boot From Main BIOSDefault, Backup BiosAuto Recovery EnableDefault, Disable Halt On Error DisableDefault, EnableMethod 1 Q-FlashTMUtility Before You BeginExploring the Q-FlashTM / Dual Bios utility screen Task menu for Dual Bios utilityEntering the Q-FlashTMutility Task menu for Q-Flash utilityUsing the Q-FlashTMutility StepsYou can repeat to Part Two Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screen FlashTMutility barCongratulation!! You have updated Bios successfully Method 2 @BIOSTM Utility Methods and stepsEnglish Serial ATA Bios Setting Utility Introduction RAID LevelsConfiguring the Intel RAID Bios DISK/VOLUME InformationCreate RAID Volume Press Enter under Create RAID Volume to set up RAIDEnglish Press Enter under the Create Volume item Delete RAID Volume Installing the RAID drivers Cd bootdrv MenuIntroduction of Designed for Dolby Master StudioTM Designed for Dolby Master StudioTM at GlanceTechnology Comparison Stereo Speakers Connection and Settings 6 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function IntroductionChannel Audio Setup English English Sound Effect Configuration Troubleshooting English English English English Contact Us Taiwan HeadquartersChina Shanghai

GA-8I955X PRO, GA-8I955X ROYAL specifications

The Intel GA-8I955X ROYAL and GA-8I955X PRO motherboards were popular choices in the mid-2000s, built for users seeking robust performance and reliability. These motherboards were designed to support the Intel Pentium 4 processors and featured the Intel 955X chipset, which enhanced overall performance and enabled advanced technologies.

One of the main features of both board models was their support for dual-core and hyper-threading technologies, maximizing the processing capabilities for multitasking and resource-hungry applications. This made them suitable for gaming, multimedia editing, and other demanding applications. Additionally, the GA-8I955X boards supported front-side bus speeds of up to 800 MHz, providing a fast data transfer rate between the CPU and memory.

With support for DDR2 memory, these motherboards accommodated memory speeds ranging from 533 to 800 MHz, facilitating improved bandwidth and performance compared to previous DDR technology. The boards also featured four DIMM slots, allowing for substantial RAM configurations, which was advantageous for users aiming for high performance in gameplay and resource-intensive tasks.

The GA-8I955X ROYAL provided additional high-end features such as integrated 7.1-channel HD audio and Gigabit LAN connectivity, enriching user experiences with superior audio and fast internet connections. The PRO variant offered similar functionalities but differed slightly in its integrated components.

Both models were equipped with multiple PCI Express slots, enabling users to enhance their systems with high-performance graphics cards and expansion cards. The user-oriented design included features such as easy BIOS updates and a user-friendly interface, ensuring that both novice and seasoned builders could navigate the setup process with ease.

Storage options were plentiful, as these motherboards supported SATA ports for connecting modern hard drives and SSDs. The RAID capabilities allowed users to implement data redundancy or performance improvements, enhancing data security and access speeds.

Overall, the Intel GA-8I955X ROYAL and GA-8I955X PRO motherboards represented a blend of performance, advanced technology, and user-friendly features, catering to the needs of gamers and power users in their day. As part of the Intel legacy, they laid the groundwork for advancements in computing technologies that have continued to evolve in subsequent years.
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