Intel 4112, 4127 user manual Bios Setup

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS.

To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the BIOS Setup program.

To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.

•Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.

•@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS.

For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities."

•Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the

current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.

•BIOS will emit a beep code during the POST. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for the beep codes description.

•It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introduc- tions of the battery/clearing CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

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Contents GA-945GCM-S2L/ GA-945GCM-S2C Motherboard Identifying Your Motherboard Revision CopyrightDisclaimer Documentation ClassificationsTable of Contents Regulatory Statements Box Contents GA-945GCM-S2L/GA-945GCM-S2C Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Installation Precautions Hardware InstallationCPU Product Specifications4 Mbit flash Page Installing the CPU Installing the CPU and CPU CoolerCPU Socket Lever Installing the CPU Cooler Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installing the MemoryInstalling a Memory Installing an Expansion Card Back Panel Connectors Line Out Jack Green Line In Jack BlueMic In Jack Pink Pwrled Internal ConnectorsGND CPUFAN/SYSFAN Fan Headers FDD Floppy Disk Drive ConnectorSATAII0/1/2/3 Sata 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by ICH7 IDE IDE ConnectorBatbattery Pwrled System Power LED HeaderFpanel Front Panel Header Faudio Front Panel Audio Header Cdin CD In ConnectorFUSB1/FUSB2 USB Headers Spdifo S/PDIF Out HeaderCI Chassis Intrusion Header Clrcmos Clearing Cmos JumperGA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard Bios Setup Startup Screen Following screen may appear when the computer bootsBios Setup Program Function Keys Sample Bios Version GA-945GCM-S2L E10Main Menu „ PnP/PCI Configurations „ Standard Cmos Features„ Advanced Bios Features „ Power Management SetupIDE Channel 2, 3 Master/Slave DateTime IDE Channel 0 Master/SlaveMemory Floppy 3 Mode SupportDrive a Halt onHDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability Hard Disk Boot PriorityFirst/Second/Third Boot Device Password CheckCPU Thermal Monitor 2 TM2 Note Limit Cpuid Max. to 3 NoteNo-Execute Memory Protect Note CPU Enhanced Halt C1ENoteSata Port 0/2 Set to On-Chip Sata ModeOn-Chip Primary PCI IDE Pata IDE Set toUSB Keyboard Support Sata Port 1/3 Set toUSB Controller USB 2.0 ControllerSmart LAN Smart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic FunctionOnboard Serial Port Onboard LAN Boot ROMParallel Port Mode ECP Mode Use DMASoft-Off by PWR-BTTN Power On by RingPME Event Wake Up Power On By Keyboard Resume by AlarmHpet Mode Note Power On By MousePCI1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPCI2 IRQ Assignment Case Opened Reset Case Open StatusCurrent CPU Temperature CPU Warning TemperatureCPU Smart FAN Control FSB1333 Core 2 CPU CPU Clock Ratio NoteCPU Host Clock Control Memory Frequency Mhz CPU Host Frequency MhzPCI Express Frequency Mhz System Memory MultiplierLoad Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Exit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupInstalling Chipset Drivers Drivers InstallationDriver CD Information Software ApplicationsContact Us Hardware InformationGA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard Before You Begin Xpress Recovery2System Requirements Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard Drive Installation and ConfigurationPage Using the Backup Function in Xpress Recovery2 Accessing Xpress Recovery2Removing the Backup Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2Exiting Xpress Recovery2 Updating the Bios with the Q-Flash Utility Bios Update UtilitiesUpdating the Bios Press Y to load Bios defaults Installing and Using @BIOS Updating the Bios with the @BIOS UtilityOptions and Instructions Update the Bios without Using the Internet Update Function EasyTune 5 Interface Button Information Table EasyTuneWindows Vista ReadyBoost Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio Configuring Audio Input and OutputConfiguring Speakers Speakers or Headphones Activating an AC97 Front Panel Audio Module Configuring Sound EffectMuting the Back Panel Audio For HD Audio Only Installing the S/PDIF Out Cable Installing the S/PDIFOut Cable OptionalPdif out Configuring S/PDIF out Configuring Microphone Recording Appendix Recording the Sound Using the Sound RecorderPlaying the Sound Frequently Asked Questions TroubleshootingStart Troubleshooting ProcedureEND Regulatory Notices Weee Symbol StatementOur Commitment to Preserving the Environment China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table GA-945GCM-S2L/S2C Motherboard B.T. INC USA Mexico Contact UsGigabyte Global Service System