Intel GA-8I915G DUO user manual Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screen, English

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Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screen

The Q-FlashBIOS utility screen consists of the following key components.

English

Task menu for Q-FlashTMutility

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q-FlashTMutility bar

 

 

 

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flash Type/Size

.................................

SST 49LF003A

256K

 

 

 

 

 

Keep DMI Data

Enable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Update BIOS from Floppy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Save BIOS to Floppy

 

 

 

Action bar

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enter : Run

:Move

ESC:Reset

F10:Power Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Task menu for Q-Flash utility:

Contains the names of three tasks. Blocking a task and pressing Enter key on your keyboard to enable execution of the task.

Action bar:

Contains the names of four actions needed to operate the Q-Flash utility. Pressing the buttons mentioned on your keyboards to perform these actions.

Using the Q-FlashTMutility:

This section tells you how to update BIOS using the Q-Flash utility. As described in the "Before you begin" section above, you must prepare a floppy disk having the BIOS file for your motherboard and insert it to your computer. If you have already put the floppy disk into your system and have entered the Q-Flash utility, please follow the steps below to flash BIOS.

Steps:

1.Press arrow buttons on your keyboard to move the light bar to "Update BIOS from Floppy" item in the Q-Flash menu and press Enter button.

Later, you will see a box pop up showing the BIOS files you previously downloaded to the floppy disk.

If you want to save the current BIOS for backup purpose, you can begin Step 1 with "Save BIOS to Floppy" item.

2.Move to the BIOS file you want to flash and press Enter.

In this example, we only download one BIOS file to the floppy disk so only one BIOS file, 8GE800.F4, is listed.

Please confirm again you have the correct BIOS file for your motherboard.

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

 

 

Flash Type/Size

SST 49LF002A

 

256K

 

 

 

 

 

1 file(s) found

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8GE800.F4

 

256K

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total size : 1.39M

Free size : 1.14M

 

 

 

 

 

 

EnterF5 : Refresh

DEL : Delete

 

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flash Type/Size

SST 49LF002A

256K

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

...Reading BIOS file from floppy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EnterDon't Turn Off Power or Reset System

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS file in the floppy disk.

Do not trun off power or reset your system at this stage!!

After BIOS file is read, you'll see a confirmation dialog box asking you "Are you sure to update BIOS?" Please do not take out the floppy disk when it begins flashing BIOS.

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Contents GA-8I915G Duo Motherboard Copyright Product Manual ClassificationTable of Contents Install Drivers GA-8I915G Duo Motherboard Layout DuoBlock Diagram Page Instances of Non-Warranty Considerations Prior to InstallationInstallation Notices Preparing Your ComputerFeature Summary CPUUse of licensed Award Bios Installation of the CPU and Heatsink Installation of the CPUInstallation 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 5 Cpufan / Sysfan / Pwrfan Cooler Fan Power Connector Nbfan Chip Fan ConnectorFDD Floppy Connector IDE1/IDE2/IDE3 IDE ConnectorSATA0/SATA1/SATA2/SATA3 Serial ATA Connector PwrledFpanel Front Panel Jumper AZALIAFPFront Audio Panel Connector Cdin CDUSB1 / FUSB2 Front USB Connector Coma Serial Port Connector17 IR Clrcmos Clear CmosBATBattery English Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Main MenuMain Menu For example Bios Ver. F4 „ Save & Exit Setup „ Set Supervisor Password„ Set User Password „ Exit Without SavingIDE Channel 0/2/3 Master, Slave Standard Cmos FeaturesTime Halt on Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaDrive a / Drive B MemoryFirst / Second / Third Boot Device Advanced Bios FeaturesHard Disk Boot Priority Limit Cpuid Max. to Password CheckCPU Hyper-Threading No-Execute Memory Protect NoteIntegrated Peripherals On-Chip Primary PCI IDESata Port 0/2 Set to On-Chip Sata ModePata IDE Set to Sata Port 1/3 Set toUR2 Duplex Mode Onboard LAN Boot ROMUart Mode Select Parallel Port ModePower On By Mouse Power Management SetupResume by Alarm AC Back Function Power On By KeyboardKB Power on Password PnP/PCI Configurations PCI 1 IRQ AssignmentPC Health Status CPU Clock Ratio CPU Smart FAN ModeMB Intelligent TweakerM.I.T Robust Graphics BoosterPCI-E Frequency to CPU CPU Host Clock ControlCPU Host Frequency Mhz Memory Frequency ForPCI-E OverVoltage Control Load Fail-Safe DefaultsLoad Optimized Defaults CPU Voltage ControlSet Supervisor/User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingEnglish Install Drivers Install Chipset DriversSoftware Applications Driver CD InformationHardware Information Contact UsEnglish Unique Software Utilities How to use the Xpress Recovery Xpress Recovery IntroductionWhat is Xpress Recovery ? F9 For Xpress Recovery Remove Backup Image  Remove backup image. Are you sure? Y/N Exit and RestartBefore You Begin Flash Bios Method IntroductionMethod 1 Q-FlashTMUtility Entering the Q-FlashTMutility Exploring the Q-FlashTM / Dual Bios utility screenTask menu for Dual Bios utility Task menu for Q-Flash utilityUsing the Q-FlashTMutility StepsYou can repeat to 4 to flash the backup BIOS, too Part Two Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screen EnglishCongratulation!! You have updated Bios successfully Bios file becomes F4 after updatingMethod 2 @BIOSTM Utility Methods and stepsEnglish 4 2 / 4 / 5.1 / 7.1 Channel Audio Function Introduction Channel Audio Setup Step English English Mixer Device SettingDigital I/O Status EffectTroubleshooting AMI Bios Beep Codes English English English English English Contact Us Taiwan HeadquartersChina 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.