Gigabyte GA-7VAC manual Chapter Introduction

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Features Summary

 

 

 

 

FormFactor

29.3cm x 20.0cm ATX size form factor, 4 layers PCB.

C PU

Socket Aprocessor

 

 

AMD AthlonTM/AthlonTM XP/ DuronTM (K7)

 

 

128K L1 & 256K/64K L2 cache on die

 

 

200/266/333<Note 1>MHz FSB andDDR bus speeds

 

Supports 1.4GHz and faster

 

 

Chipset

VIA KT333CF Memory/AGP/PCI Controller (PAC)

 

VIA VT8235 Integrated Peripheral Controller (PSIPC)

 

 

 

Memory

3 184-pin DDR sockets

 

Supports DDR DRAM PC1600/PC2100/PC2700/PC3200<Note 2>

 

Supports up to 3.0GB DDR (Max)

 

Supports only 2.5V DDR DIMM

 

 

 

I/O Control

IT8705

Slots

1 AGP slot supports 4X/2X mode(1.5V) & AGP 2.0 Compliant

 

5 PCI slots supports 33MHz & PCI 2.2 compliant

 

 

 

On-Board IDE

2 IDE controllers provides IDE HDD/CD-ROM (IDE1, IDE2) with

 

 

PIO, Bus Master (Ultra DMA33/ATA66/ATA100/ATA133)

 

 

operation modes.

 

 

 

On-Board Peripherals

1 Floppy port supports 2 FDD with 360K, 720K,1.2M, 1.44M

 

 

and 2.88M bytes.

 

1 Parallel port supports Normal/EPP/ECP mode

 

2 Serial port (COMA & COMB)

 

6 x USB 2.0/1.1 (4 by cable)

 

 

 

Hardware Monitor

CPU/System Fan Revolution detect

 

CPU/System temperature detect

 

System Voltage Detect

 

Thermal shutdownfunction

 

 

 

 

 

to be continued

<Note 1> FSB333 MHz only support DDR333 DIMM module.

<Note 2> PC3200 only support by Micro, Samsung, Apacer DDR module as we verified, more detail pls refer to P.85

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Contents AGP 4X notch Page Declaration of Conformity Supplementary Information Product Name Motherboard Model NumberGA-7VAGA-7VA-C Table of Content Table of Content Installing the motherboard to the chassis… Item ChecklistChapter Introduction Bios GA-7VA-C Motherboard Layout Step Hardware Installation ProcessSW1 SW1 CPU ClockOFF Pin1 indicator 3CPU Heat Sink Installation DDR Install memory modulesDDR Introduction Install expansion cardsPS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector USB ConnectorUSB Parallel Port ,VGA port and Serial Ports Coma Audio ConnectorsGame /MIDI Ports Coma CO MBConnectors Introduction 1CPUFAN CPU FAN Connector 2SYSFAN System FAN Connector3ATXPOWER ATX Power 5FDD Floppy Connector 4IDE1/ IDE2 IDE1/IDE2 ConnectorIDE2 IDE18FPANEL 2x10 pins connector 9BATTERYBatteryMSG+ PW+ PW SPK HD+ HD RES RES+ 13AUXIN AUX In Connector 10FAUDIO Faudio Connector12CDIN CD 14SPDIF SPDIFOut16F USB1 / FUSB2 Front USB Connector, Yellow VC C Spdif GNDFUSB1 FUSB2 English Bios Setup Main Menu For example Bios Ver. F6 PnP/PCI Configurations Power Management S etupLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized DefaultsStandard Cmos Features DateTime Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan Area IDE Primary Mas ter, S lave / Secondary Master, SlaveFDrive a / Drive B Memory Halt onBase Memory Extended MemoryFFirst / S econd / Third Boot device Advanced Bios FeaturesBoot Up Floppy Seek Pas sword CheckFInit Display First Integrated Peripherals Integrated Peripherals Bios SetupOnChip IDE Channel1 OnChip IDE Channel0IDE1 Conductor Cable IDE2 Conductor CableUS B Keyboard S upport Fusb 2.0 ControllerUS B Mouse Support FOnboard Serial PortFGame Port Address FParallel Port ModeFMidi Port Address Midi Port IRQPower Management Setup Keyboard Power On FPower LED in S1 StateAcpi Suspend Type Soft-off by PwrbtnMouse Power On FResume by AlarmPME Event Wak e up FPCI1/PCI5 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsFPCI2 IRQ Ass ignment FPCI3 IRQ Ass ignmentCRes et Case Open Status CCase Opened PC Health StatusCPU Shutdown Temperature Current CPU Temperature CCurrent CPU FAN / S YS TEM FAN Speed RPM Fan Fail Warning CPU / SystemFrequency/Voltage Control CPU Host Frequency MHz By switch SW1Spread spectrum Modulated CPU Host Clock ControlDram Clock MHz PCI/AGP Frequency MHzCPU OverVoltage Control AGP OverVoltage ControlDisabled EnabledTop Performance Load Fail-Safe Defaults? Y/N ?N Load Fail-Safe DefaultsLoad Optimized Defaults? Y/N ?N Load Optimized DefaultsEnter Password Set Supervisor/User PasswordSave to Cmos and Exit Y/N? Y Save & Exit SetupQuit Without Saving Y/N? N Exit Without SavingEnglish English Technical Reference Step Bios Flash Procedureyte @BIOSTM Program to flash BiosEnglish English English English Hifg Amibios Setup Bios Features Setup 7VTX.F4 FLASH841.EXE EXIT? English Congratulate you have accomplished the Bios flash procedure How to use Q-Flash? What is Q-Flash Utility?XXXX.XX Load Bios From FloppyEnglish English @ Bios Introduction Easy TuneTM 4 Introduction 6-Channel Audio Function Introduction Stereo Speakers Connection and SettingsChannel Analog Audio Output Mode Basic 6 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode SURROUND-KIT access analog output to rear Basic &Advanced 6 Channel Analog Audio Output ModeNotes Spdif Output Device Optional Device Memo English Picture below are shown in Windows XP CD driver version AppendixVIA USB2.0 Driver USB Patch DriverEnglish Appendix B RealTek AC97 Audio Driver Appendix C EasyTune4 Utilities Installation Appendix D Acronyms LED LBAMidi MTHTechnical Support/RMA Sheet HDD CD-ROM DVD-ROMAMR / CNR MIC RON DDR MShould you need to find new support list, pls refer toSamsung DDR AdataTroubleshooting END English Memo English English English

GA-7VAC specifications

The Gigabyte GA-7VAC is a feature-rich motherboard designed to accommodate the needs of enthusiasts and gamers alike. Launched during the early 2000s, this ATX motherboard was built to support the AMD Athlon processors, particularly those utilizing the Socket A interface. It became popular during a time when the demand for robust and reliable computing platforms was on the rise, thanks to the growing popularity of 3D gaming and multimedia applications.

One of the standout features of the GA-7VAC is its chipset, which is based on the VIA KT266 chipset. This chipset provides improved performance and stability, allowing users to enjoy faster data transfer rates and better memory management. The motherboard supports DDR266 RAM, with a total capacity of up to 2GB across its two DIMM slots. This capability ensures that the GA-7VAC can handle memory-intensive applications and multitasking with ease.

In terms of connectivity, the GA-7VAC is equipped with an array of ports. It includes five PCI slots, enabling the installation of various expansion cards, including graphics cards, sound cards, and network adapters. The integrated VIA Apollo 8235 Southbridge chip provides support for both IDE and USB devices, facilitating seamless connections to hard drives, optical drives, and peripherals. Users can also take advantage of the motherboard's integrated audio capabilities, which deliver quality sound without the need for additional sound cards.

Another notable characteristic of the GA-7VAC is its support for overclocking. With features such as adjustable front-side bus speeds, users have the opportunity to enhance processor performance beyond stock settings, allowing for a more customized computing experience. However, it is essential to ensure adequate cooling when overclocking, as increased performance can lead to higher heat output.

In conclusion, the Gigabyte GA-7VAC is a highly capable motherboard that caters to the needs of gamers and tech enthusiasts. With its robust chipset, versatile memory support, abundant expansion options, and overclocking capabilities, it represents a solid choice for those looking to build a reliable and high-performance computing system. Despite being an older model in today's market, its foundational technologies continue to appeal to users seeking a balance between performance and value.