Intel GA-945P-DS3/S3 user manual Flash Bios Method Introduction, Method 1 Q-FlashTM, Before Use

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4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction

Method 1 : Q-FlashTM

Q-FlashTMis a BIOS update tool that allows the user to update BIOS without entering operating systems like MS-DOS or Windows.Em- bedded in the BIOS, the Q-FlashTMtool frees you from the hassles of

going through complicated BIOS flashing process.

Before Use:

Follow the steps below before using Q-Flash to update BIOS:

1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model.

2. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. 945PDS3.F1) to your floppy disk, USB flash drive, or hard disk. Note: The USB flash drive or hard disk must use FAT32/16/12 file system.

3. Restart the system. During POST, press the End key to enter Q-Flash. Note: You can access Q-Flash by either pressing the End key during POST or the F8 key in BIOS Setup. However, if the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent IDE/SATA controller, use the End key during POST to access Q-Flash.

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally
Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc.
Intel P965 BIOS for 945P-DS3 F2c
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<DEL>:BIOS Setup/Q-Flash <F9>: XpressRecovery2 <F12>: Boot Menu <End>: Qflash	<End> : Qflash
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Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.

Updating the BIOS

Step 1:

a.In the Q-Flash menu, use the UP or DOWN ARROW key to select Update BIOS from Drive and press ENTER.

If you wish to back up the current BIOS file, use the Save BIOS to Drive function.

b.Select the floppy drive or hard drive where the BIOS file is saved, such as "Floppy A" and

press ENTER.

Q-Flash Utility v2.02

	Flash Type/Size			Winbond 25X40		512K
		Keep DMI Data Enable
			Update BIOS from Drive
				0 file(s) found
		EnterFloppy A			<Drive>	Off
		HDD 0-0			<Drive>




		Total size : 0		Free size : 0
		F5 : Refresh		DEL : Delete

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Contents GA-945P-DS3/S3 Motherboard Copyright Product Manual ClassificationTable of Contents Install Drivers Item Checklist GA-945P-DS3/GA-945P-S3 Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Considerations Prior to Installation Installation NoticesInstances of Non-Warranty Preparing Your ComputerFeature Summary CPUMbit flash ROM Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler Installation of the CPUInstallation 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 5 Cpufan / Sysfan / Pwrfan Cooler Fan Power Connector Nbfan Chip Fan Power ConnectorFDD Floppy Connector IDE1 IDE ConnectorSATAII0/1/2/3 Sata 3Gb/s Connector PwrledFpanel Front Panel Jumper Faudio Front Audio Connector Cdin CD in Connector Spdifio S/PDIF In/Out ConnectorUSB1 / FUSB2 Front USB Connector CI Chassis Intrusion, Case OpenClrcmos Clear Cmos English Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Main MenuMain Menu For example GA-945P-DS3 Bios Ver. F2c „ Standard Cmos Features „ Advanced Bios Features„ Power Management Setup „ PnP/PCI ConfigurationsStandard Cmos Features TimeIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE Channel 2, 3 Master/SlaveFloppy 3 Mode Support for Japan Area Drive aHalt on MemoryAdvanced Bios Features Hard Disk Boot PriorityFirst / Second / Third Boot Device Password CheckHDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability CPU Hyper-Threading NoteLimit Cpuid Max. to 3Note No-Execute Memory ProtectNoteIntegrated Peripherals Smart LANSmart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic Function USB 2.0 ControllerUSB Keyboard Support USB Mouse SupportOnBoard LAN Boot ROM Parallel Port ModeOnboard Serial Port Onboard Parallel PortPower Management Setup ECP Mode Use DMAPower On By Mouse Power On By KeyboardKB Power on Password AC Back FunctionPnP/PCI Configurations PCI1 IRQ AssignmentPC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Mode CPU Smart FAN ControlMB Intelligent TweakerM.I.T CPU Clock Ratio NoteRobust Graphics Booster A.2FSB1333 Core CPU CPU Host Clock ControlCPU Host Frequency Mhz PCI Express Frequency MhzLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingInstall Drivers Install Chipset DriversSoftware Applications Driver CD InformationHardware Information Contact UsEnglish User Interface Overview Unique Software UtilitiesEasyTune 5 Introduction Xpress Recovery2 Introduction How to use the Xpress Recovery2Boot from CD/DVD F9 Xpress Recovery2 System requirementsLimitations Main Screen of Xpress Recovery2Precautions Flash Bios Method Introduction Updating the BiosMethod 1 Q-FlashTM Before UseCopy Bios completed Pass Please press any key to continue Method 2 @BIOSTM Utility Methods and stepsEnglish Stereo Speakers Connection and Settings 4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function IntroductionChannel Audio Setup English English Sound Effect Configuration Troubleshooting English English English English Contact Us Taiwan HeadquartersGigabyte Global Service System