Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3LR user manual Updating the Bios with the @BIOS Utility, Using @BIOS

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4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility

A. Before You Begin:

1.In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update.

2.During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is stable and do NOT interrupt the Internet connection (for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). Failure to do so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is unable to start.

3.Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS.

4.GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing.

B. Using @BIOS:

1. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function:

Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard model. Follow the on- screen instructions to complete.

If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instruc- tions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below.

2. Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function:

Click Update BIOS from File, then select the location where you save the BIOS update file obtained from the Internet or through other source. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete.

3. Save Current BIOS to File: Click Save Current BIOS to save the current BIOS file.

4. Load BIOS defaults after BIOS Update:

Select the Load CMOS default after BIOS update check box and then the system will automatically load BIOS defaults after BIOS update and after the system restarts.

C. After Updating the BIOS:

Restart your system after updating the BIOS.

Make sure that the BIOS file to be flashed matches your motherboard model. Updating the BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot.

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Contents GA-EP45-UD3LR/ GA-EP45-UD3L Motherboard Disclaimer CopyrightDocumentation Classifications Identifying Your Motherboard RevisionTable of Contents Drivers Installation Box Contents GA-EP45-UD3LR/GA-EP45-UD3L Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Installation Precautions Hardware InstallationCPU Product SpecificationsPage Bios 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 Rear Speaker Out Jack Black Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack OrangeSide Speaker Out Jack Gray Line In Jack BlueSATA20/1/2/3/4/5 Internal ConnectorsGND 5 CPUFAN/SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2/PWRFAN Fan Headers FDD Floppy Disk Drive ConnectorSATA20/1/2/3/4/5 Sata 3Gb/s Connectors IDE IDE ConnectorPwrled System Power LED Header Faudio Front Panel Audio Header Fpanel Front Panel Header PW Power Switch, RedSpdifi S/PDIF In Header, Red Cdin CD In Connector, BlackFUSB1/FUSB2 USB Headers, Yellow Spdifo S/PDIF Out HeaderComa Serial Port Header, White LPT Parallel Port HeaderClrcmos Clearing Cmos Jumper CI Chassis Intrusion HeaderBAT Battery Bios Setup Startup Screen Logo Screen Default Post ScreenFunction Keys End Q-FLASHBios Setup Program Function Keys Sample Bios Version GA-EP45-UD3L E19Main Menu Main Menu Help Advanced Bios Features  Standard Cmos Features Power Management Setup  PnP/PCI ConfigurationsSPD MB Intelligent TweakerM.I.TCPU Clock Ratio Note Robust Graphics BoosterFine CPU Clock Ratio Note CPU FrequencyPCI Express Frequency Mhz CPU Host Frequency MhzA.2 Advanced Clok ControlPCI Express Clock Drive CPU Clock DriveCPU Clock Skew MCH Clock SkewCAS Latency Time Command RateCMDTRCD TRPTRD Phase0 Adjustment Channel A/B Timing SettingsTRD Phase1 Adjustment TRD Phase2 AdjustmentDDR Write Training Channel A/B Driving SettingsDriving Strength Profile Data Driving Pull-Up LevelCPU Vcore Load-Line CalibrationCPU Termination CPU ReferenceTime DateIDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave IDE Channel 2, 3 Master, IDE Channel 4 Master/Slave Floppy 3 Mode SupportDrive a Halt OnFirst/Second/Third Boot Device Hard Disk Boot PriorityPassword Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. CapabilityLimit Cpuid Max. to 3 Note CPU Multi-Threading NoteNo-Execute Memory Protect Note CPU Enhanced Halt C1ENoteFull Screen Logo Show Delay For HDD SecsInit Display First Integrated Peripherals USB Controller Smart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic FunctionUSB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard SupportParallel Port Mode Onboard LAN Boot ROMOnboard IDE Controller JMicron 368 Chip Onboard Serial PortSoft-Off by PWR-BTTN Power On by RingPME Event Wake Up Hpet Mode Note Resume by AlarmPower On By Mouse Power On By KeyboardPCI1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPCI2 IRQ Assignment Current System/CPU Temperature Reset Case Open StatusCurrent CPU/SYSTEM/POWER FAN Speed RPM CPU Warning TemperatureCPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN ModeLoad Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsUser Password Supervisor PasswordExit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupInstalling Chipset Drivers Drivers InstallationTechnical Manuals Application SoftwareSystem ContactDownload Center 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 UtilitiesWhat is DualBIOSTM? What is Q-FlashTM?Updating the Bios Load Optimized DefaultsSaveY/N?& ExitY Setup Using @BIOS Updating the Bios with the @BIOS UtilityAfter Updating the Bios Update the Bios Using the Internet Update FunctionEasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information EasyTuneMeter Mode Button Information Table Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced Interface Meter ModeDynamic Energy Saver Advanced Total Mode Button Information Table Total ModeStealth Mode Share Directions for using Q-ShareOptions Descriptions Time Repair System RestorePreference Screen Configuring the Onboard Sata Controller Configuring Sata Hard DrivesTo configure Sata hard drives, follow the steps below Installing Sata hard drives in your computerRAID Configuring Sata controller mode in Bios SetupCreate RAID Volume Configuring a RAID array in RAID BiosCreate Volume Menu ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.8GB Delete Volume Menu Delete RAID VolumeMaking a Sata RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette Required for Ahci and RAID ModePage Installing Windows XP Installing the Sata RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating SystemENTER=Select F3=Exit Enter= Continue R=Repair F3=Exit Installing Windows Vista Page Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configuring Audio Input and OutputConfiguring Speakers High Definition Audio HD AudioActivating an AC97 Front Panel Audio Module Configuring Sound EffectMuting the Back Panel Audio For HD Audio Only Installing the S/PDIF In Cable Installing the S/PDIF In Cable OptionalPdif Pdif Out Configuring S/PDIF outConneting a S/PDIF out Cable Configuring Microphone Recording Select Realtek HD Audio Input in the Mixer device list Recording the Sound Using the Sound RecorderPlaying the Sound Frequently Asked Questions TroubleshootingStart Troubleshooting ProcedureEND Regulatory Statements Weee Symbol StatementRegulatory Notices Our Commitment to Preserving the EnvironmentChina Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table GA-EP45-UD3LR/UD3L Motherboard 104 105 Appendix GA-EP45-UD3LR/UD3L Motherboard 106 107 Appendix GA-EP45-UD3LR/UD3L Motherboard 108 109 Appendix GA-EP45-UD3LR/UD3L Motherboard 110  G.B.T. 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