Gigabyte GA-P31-ES3G user manual Bios Update Utilities, Updating the Bios with the Q-Flash Utility

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4-2 BIOS Update Utilities

GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-FlashTMand @BIOSTM. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS- DOS mode. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOSTM design, which enhances protection for the safety and stability of your computer by adding one more physical BIOS chip.

What is DualBIOSTM?

Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. Normally, the system works on the main BIOS.

However, if the main BIOS is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot and copy the BIOS file to the main BIOS to ensure normal system operation. For the sake of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually.

What is Q-FlashTM?

With Q-Flash you can update the system BIOS without having to enter operating systems like MS-DOS or Window first. Embedded in the BIOS, the

Q-Flash tool frees you from the hassles of going through complicated BIOS flashing process.

What is @BIOSTM?

@BIOS allows you to update the system BIOS while in the Windows environment. @BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the nearest

@BIOS server site and update the BIOS.

4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility

A. Before You Begin:

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. P31ES3G.F1) to your floppy disk, USB flash drive, or hard drive. Note: The USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system.

3.Restart the system. During the POST, press the <End> key to enter Q-Flash. Note: You can access Q-Flash by either pressing the <End> key during the POST or pressing 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 the POST to access Q-Flash.

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Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.

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Contents GA-P31-ES3G Motherboard Documentation Classifications CopyrightDisclaimer Identifying Your Motherboard RevisionTable of Contents Drivers Installation Optional Items GA-P31-ES3G Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Hardware Installation Installation PrecautionsProduct Specifications CPUBios Page Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Installing the CPUCPU Socket Lever Installing the CPU Cooler Installing the Memory Dual Channel Memory ConfigurationInstalling a Memory Installing an Expansion Card Back Panel Connectors Mic In Jack Pink Line In Jack BlueLine Out Jack Green Internal Connectors PwrledGND FDD Floppy Disk Drive Connector 5 CPUFAN/SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2/PWRFAN Fan HeadersIDE IDE Connector SATA20/1/2/3 Sata 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by ICH7Pwrled System Power LED Header Faudio Front Panel Audio HeaderFpanel Front Panel Header Cdin CD In Connector Spdifo S/PDIF Out HeaderFUSB1/FUSB2 USB Headers Clrcmos Clearing Cmos JumperBattery CI Chassis Intrusion HeaderGA-P31-ES3G Motherboard Bios Setup Logo Screen Default Startup ScreenMain Menu Sample Bios Version E4Bios Setup Program Function Keys „ Power Management Setup „ Standard Cmos Features„ Advanced Bios Features „ PnP/PCI ConfigurationsIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave DateTime IDE Channel 2, 3 Master/SlaveHalt On Floppy 3 Mode SupportDrive a MemoryPassword Check Hard Disk Boot PriorityFirst/Second/Third Boot Device HDD S.M.A.R.T. CapabilityCPU Enhanced Halt C1ENote Limit Cpuid Max. to 3 NoteNo-Execute Memory Protect Note CPU Thermal Monitor 2 TM2 NotePata IDE Set to On-Chip Sata ModeOn-Chip Primary PCI IDE Sata Port 0/2 Set toUSB Controller Smart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic FunctionSata Port 1/3 Set to USB 2.0 ControllerOnboard Serial Port Onboard LAN Boot ROMParallel Port Mode Onboard Parallel PortPME Event Wake Up Power On by RingSoft-Off by PWR-BTTN Power On By Mouse Resume by AlarmHpet Mode Note Power On By KeyboardPnP/PCI Configurations Current CPU/POWER/SYSTEM FAN Speed RPM Reset Case Open StatusCurrent CPU Temperature CPU Warning TemperatureCPU Smart FAN Control Fine CPU Clock Ratio Note Robust Graphics BoosterCPU Clock Ratio Note CPU FrequencyCPU Host Frequency Mhz FSB1600 CPUCPU Host Clock Control PCI Express Frequency MhzFSB OverVoltage Control DDR2 OverVoltage ControlPCI-E OverVoltage Control Gmch OverVoltage ControlLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingDrivers Installation Installing Chipset DriversApplication Software Technical ManualsContact SystemDownload Center System Requirements Xpress Recovery2Before You Begin Installation and Configuration Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard DrivePage Accessing Xpress Recovery2 Using the Backup Function in Xpress Recovery2Exiting Xpress Recovery2 Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2Removing the Backup Bios Update Utilities Updating the Bios with the Q-Flash UtilityUpdating the Bios Page After Updating the Bios Updating the Bios with the @BIOS UtilityUsing @BIOS EasyTune 5 Pro EasyTune 5 Pro Interface Button Information TableEasy Energy Saver Easy Energy Saver Interface Meter ModeMeter Mode Button Information Table Stealth Mode Total ModeTotal Mode Button Information Table Configuring Speakers Configuring Audio Input and OutputConfiguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Front Speaker Out Muting the Back Panel Audio For HD Audio Only Configuring Sound EffectActivating an AC97 Front Panel Audio Module Conneting a S/PDIF out Cable Configuring S/PDIF OutConfiguring S/PDIF out Configuring Microphone Recording Select Realtek HD Audio Input in the Mixer device list Playing the Sound Using the Sound RecorderRecording the Sound Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting Procedure StartEND Regulatory Notices Weee Symbol StatementRegulatory Statements Our Commitment to Preserving the EnvironmentChina Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table Appendix GA-P31-ES3G Motherboard Contact Us B.T. INC USA MexicoGigabyte Global Service System