Intel GA-8I915G DUO user manual Use of licensed Award Bios

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Onboard Audio

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C-Media 9880 CODEC (UAJ)

 

Š Supports Jack Sensing function

 

Š Supports 2 / 4 / 5.1 / 7.1 channel audio

 

Š Supports Line In ; Line Out ; MIC ; Back Surround Speaker Out ;

 

 

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out ; Surround Speaker Out connection

 

Š Supports SPDIF In/Out connection

 

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CD In

 

 

 

On-Board IDE RAID

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Built-in VT6410 chipset

(IDE2, IDE3)

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Supports disk striping (RAID 0) or disk mirroring (RAID 1) or

 

 

striping + mirroring (RAID 0 + RAID 1)

 

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Supports JBOD function

 

Š Supports concurrent dual ATA133 IDE controller operation

 

Š Supports ATAPI mode for HDD

 

Š Supports IDE bus master operation

 

Š Displays status and error checking messages during boot-up

 

Š Mirroring supports automatic background rebuilds

 

Š Features LBA and Extended Interrupt 13 drive translation in

 

 

controller onboard BIOS

 

 

 

I/O Control

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IT8712

Hardware Monitor

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System voltage detection

 

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CPU temperature detection

 

Š CPU / System / Power fan speed detection

 

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CPU warning temperature

 

Š CPU / System / Power fan failure warning

 

Š CPU smart fan control

BIOS

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Use of licensed AWARD BIOS

 

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Supports Q-Flash

Additional Features

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Supports @BIOS

 

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Supports EasyTune

Overclocking

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Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/DDR/PCI-E)

 

Š Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/DDR)

Form Factor

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ATX form factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

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Contents GA-8I915G Duo Motherboard Product Manual Classification CopyrightTable of Contents Install Drivers Duo GA-8I915G Duo Motherboard LayoutBlock Diagram Page Preparing Your Computer Considerations Prior to InstallationInstallation Notices Instances of Non-WarrantyCPU Feature SummaryUse of licensed Award Bios Installation of the CPU Installation of the CPU and HeatsinkInstallation of the Heatsink Installation of Memory Dual Channel DDR/DDR Installation of Expansion Cards I/O Back Panel Introduction Surround Speaker Out Connectors IntroductionCenter/Subwoofer Speaker Out ATX12V/ATX Power Connector Nbfan Chip Fan Connector 5 Cpufan / Sysfan / Pwrfan Cooler Fan Power ConnectorIDE1/IDE2/IDE3 IDE Connector FDD Floppy ConnectorPwrled SATA0/SATA1/SATA2/SATA3 Serial ATA ConnectorFpanel Front Panel Jumper Cdin CD AZALIAFPFront Audio Panel ConnectorComa Serial Port Connector USB1 / FUSB2 Front USB ConnectorClrcmos Clear Cmos 17 IRBATBattery English Main Menu Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup MenuMain Menu For example Bios Ver. F4 „ Exit Without Saving „ Set Supervisor Password„ Set User Password „ Save & Exit SetupIDE Channel 0/2/3 Master, Slave Standard Cmos FeaturesTime Memory Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaDrive a / Drive B Halt onFirst / Second / Third Boot Device Advanced Bios FeaturesHard Disk Boot Priority No-Execute Memory Protect Note Password CheckCPU Hyper-Threading Limit Cpuid Max. toOn-Chip Primary PCI IDE Integrated PeripheralsSata Port 1/3 Set to On-Chip Sata ModePata IDE Set to Sata Port 0/2 Set toParallel Port Mode Onboard LAN Boot ROMUart Mode Select UR2 Duplex ModePower On By Mouse Power Management SetupResume by Alarm AC Back Function Power On By KeyboardKB Power on Password PCI 1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPC Health Status Robust Graphics Booster CPU Smart FAN ModeMB Intelligent TweakerM.I.T CPU Clock RatioMemory Frequency For CPU Host Clock ControlCPU Host Frequency Mhz PCI-E Frequency to CPUCPU Voltage Control Load Fail-Safe DefaultsLoad Optimized Defaults PCI-E OverVoltage ControlSet Supervisor/User Password Exit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupEnglish Install Chipset Drivers Install DriversDriver CD Information Software ApplicationsContact Us Hardware InformationEnglish Unique Software Utilities How to use the Xpress Recovery Xpress Recovery IntroductionWhat is Xpress Recovery ? F9 For Xpress Recovery Exit and Restart Remove Backup Image  Remove backup image. Are you sure? Y/NBefore You Begin Flash Bios Method IntroductionMethod 1 Q-FlashTMUtility 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 English Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screenBios file becomes F4 after updating Congratulation!! You have updated Bios successfullyMethods and steps Method 2 @BIOSTM UtilityEnglish 4 2 / 4 / 5.1 / 7.1 Channel Audio Function Introduction Channel Audio Setup Step English English Effect Device SettingDigital I/O Status MixerTroubleshooting AMI Bios Beep Codes English English English English English Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsChina Shanghai

GA-8I915G DUO specifications

The Intel GA-8I915G DUO motherboard represents an interesting blend of performance, reliability, and modern features designed to meet the demands of users looking for a robust computing platform. Built around Intel's 915G chipset, this motherboard supports Intel's LGA 775 socket, which accommodates various processors including the Pentium 4, Pentium D, and Celeron D.

One of the standout features of the GA-8I915G DUO is its support for dual-channel DDR2 memory. With dual-channel technology, users can take advantage of enhanced memory bandwidth, resulting in improved overall system performance. The motherboard supports a maximum of 4GB of RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking and smoother operation of memory-intensive applications.

The integrated graphics capabilities of the GA-8I915G DUO are powered by Intel’s Graphics Media Accelerator 900 (GMA 900). This provides decent graphical performance suitable for general computing tasks and light gaming. The board also includes a PCI Express x16 slot, which allows for the installation of a dedicated graphics card, providing flexibility for users who require enhanced graphics performance.

Connectivity options on the GA-8I915G DUO are extensive, featuring multiple USB 2.0 ports for peripherals, as well as a Gigabit Ethernet port for high-speed networking. Additionally, the motherboard is equipped with six SATA ports, supporting RAID configurations for enhanced storage performance and data redundancy. This is particularly beneficial for users who demand reliability and efficiency in data management.

Another significant characteristic of the GA-8I915G DUO is its compatibility with various audio technologies. The onboard AC’97 audio provides a satisfactory audio experience for everyday tasks, while also supporting up to 6-channel sound output for a more immersive audio experience during multimedia playback.

The GA-8I915G DUO is designed with ease of use in mind. Its BIOS offers a variety of settings for performance tuning, allowing users to optimize their system according to their preferences. Additionally, the motherboard is built with durable components, ensuring long-lasting performance.

In conclusion, the Intel GA-8I915G DUO motherboard combines a solid feature set with reliable performance, making it an excellent choice for users who need a dependable computing platform for both everyday tasks and multimedia applications.