Intel GA-945P-DS3/S3 user manual Dual Channel Memory Configuration

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Dual Channel Memory Configuration

The GA-945P-DS3/S3 supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operat-

ing the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of memory bus will double.

The GA-945P-DS3/S3 includes 4 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has two DIMM sockets as following:

Channel 0 : DDRII1, DDRII2

Channel 1 : DDRII3, DDRII4

If you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due to the limitation of Intel chipset specifications.

1.Dual Channel mode will not be enabled if only one DDRII memory module is installed.

2.To enable Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules (it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed), you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color.

The following is a Dual Channel Memory configuration table: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side, X:Empty)

 

DDR II 1

DDR II 2

DDR II 3

DDR II 4

2 memory modules

DS/SS

X

DS/SS

X

 

X

DS/SS

X

DS/SS

4 memory modules

DS/SS

DS/SS

DS/SS

DS/SS

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard Product Manual Classification CopyrightTable of Contents Install Drivers Item Checklist GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Preparing Your Computer Considerations Prior to InstallationInstallation Notices Instances of Non-WarrantyCPU Feature SummaryMbit flash ROM Installation of the CPU Installation of the CPU and CPU CoolerInstallation of the CPU Cooler Installation of Memory Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installation of Expansion Cards I/O Back Panel Introduction Connectors Introduction ATX12V/ATX Power Connector Nbfan Chip Fan Power Connector 5 Cpufan / Sysfan / Pwrfan Cooler Fan Power ConnectorIDE1 IDE Connector FDD Floppy ConnectorPwrled SATAII0/1/2/3 Sata 3Gb/s ConnectorFpanel Front Panel Jumper Faudio Front Audio Connector Spdifio S/PDIF In/Out Connector Cdin CD in ConnectorCI Chassis Intrusion, Case Open USB1 / FUSB2 Front USB ConnectorClrcmos Clear Cmos English Main Menu Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup MenuMain Menu For example GA-945P-DS3 Bios Ver. F2c „ PnP/PCI Configurations „ Standard Cmos Features„ Advanced Bios Features „ Power Management SetupIDE Channel 2, 3 Master/Slave Standard Cmos FeaturesTime IDE Channel 0 Master/SlaveMemory Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaDrive a Halt onPassword Check Advanced Bios FeaturesHard Disk Boot Priority First / Second / Third Boot DeviceNo-Execute Memory ProtectNote HDD S.M.A.R.T. CapabilityCPU Hyper-Threading Note Limit Cpuid Max. to 3NoteSmart LAN Integrated PeripheralsUSB Mouse Support Smart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic FunctionUSB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard SupportOnboard Parallel Port OnBoard LAN Boot ROMParallel Port Mode Onboard Serial PortECP Mode Use DMA Power Management SetupAC Back Function Power On By MousePower On By Keyboard KB Power on PasswordPCI1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN ModeA.2 MB Intelligent TweakerM.I.TCPU Clock Ratio Note Robust Graphics BoosterPCI Express Frequency Mhz FSB1333 Core CPUCPU Host Clock Control CPU Host Frequency MhzLoad Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Exit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupInstall Chipset Drivers Install DriversDriver CD Information Software ApplicationsContact Us Hardware InformationEnglish Unique Software Utilities EasyTune 5 IntroductionUser Interface Overview System requirements Xpress Recovery2 IntroductionHow to use the Xpress Recovery2 Boot from CD/DVD F9 Xpress Recovery2Main Screen of Xpress Recovery2 PrecautionsLimitations Before Use Flash Bios Method IntroductionUpdating the Bios Method 1 Q-FlashTMCopy 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 English English Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsGigabyte Global Service System