Intel GA-8I945GZME-RH Installation of Expansion Cards, Dual Channel Memory Configuration

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Dual Channel Memory Configuration

The GA-8I945GZME-RH supports the Dual Channel Technology. After oper- ating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of Memory Bus will double.

Due to CPU limitation, if you wish to operate the Dual Channel Technology, follow the guidelines below:

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

2.To enable Dual Channel mode with two 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.

1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards

You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below:

1.Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer.

2.Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.

3.Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.

4.Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.

5.Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.

6.Replace your computer's chassis cover.

7.Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.

8.Install related driver from the operating system.

Installing a PCI Express x16 expansion card:

Please carefully pull out the small white- drawable bar at the end of the PCI Express x16 slot when you try to install/ uninstall the VGA card. Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked by the small white-drawable bar.

To install a VGA card or to release an installed card, users can also press the latch on the back of the drawable bar as the picture to the left shows.

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Contents GA-8I945GZME-RH GA-8I945GZME-RH Product Manual Classification CopyrightTable of Contents Install Drivers Item Checklist GA-8I945GZME-RH Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Preparing Your Computer Considerations Prior to InstallationInstallation Notices Instances of Non-WarrantyCPU Feature Summary4Mbit flash ROM Installation of the CPU Installation of the CPU and CPU CoolerInstallation of the Heatsink Installation of Memory Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installation of Expansion CardsPX6600GT TDH Graphics Card Support ListI/O Back Panel Introduction Connectors Introduction ATX12V/ATX Power Connector IDE IDE Connector Cpufan / Sysfan Cooler Fan Power ConnectorSATAII0 / SATAII1 / SATAII2 / SATAII3 Sata 3Gb/s Connectors FDD FDD ConnectorPwrled Faudio Front Audio ConnectorFpanel Front Panel Jumper Spdifio Spdif In/Out Cdin CD In ConnectorFUSB1/FUSB2 Front USB Connectors Hdasur Surround Center ConnectorCI Chassis Intrusion, Case Open Comb Comb ConnectorClrcmos Clear Cmos English Main Menu Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup MenuF12 For Boot Menu Main Menu For example Bios Ver. E7„ PnP/PCI Configuration „ Standard Cmos Features„ Advanced Bios Features „ Power Management SetupIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave Standard Cmos FeaturesDate TimeMemory Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaDrive a Halt onPassword Check Advanced Bios FeaturesHard Disk Boot Priority First / Second / Third Boot DeviceCPU Enhanced Halt C1E Note CPU Hyper-ThreadingLimit Cpuid Max. to No-Execute Memory ProtectNoteSPP Integrated PeripheralsUSB Mouse Support Onboard LAN Boot ROMUSB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard SupportParallel Port Mode ECP Mode Use DMAOnboard Parallel port Acpi Suspend Type Power Management SetupPower On By Keyboard KB Power on PasswordAC Back Function PCI 1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN ModeMemory Frequency Mhz Frequency/Voltage ControlCPU Clock Ratio Note System Memory MultiplierLoad 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 Flash Bios Method Introduction Method 1 Q-FlashTMUtilityBefore You Begin Task menu for Q-Flash utility Exploring the Q-FlashTM / Dual Bios utility screenTask menu for Dual Bios utility Entering the Q-FlashTMutilitySteps Using the Q-FlashTMutilityYou can repeat to 4 to flash the backup BIOS, too Part Two FlashTMutility bar Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screenCongratulation!! You have updated Bios successfully Methods and steps Method 2 @BIOSTM UtilityEnglish Installing the 5.1/7.1 Surround Cable Optional 4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio IntroductionAudio Jacks Introduction HD Audio Setting Up Stereo SpeakersSetting Up 4-Channel Audio Setting Up 6-Channel Audio Setup Setting Up 8-Channel Audio Sound Effect Configuration Troubleshooting English English English English English English English Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsGigabyte Global Service System