Gigabyte GA-8I915P manual Dual BIOS/Q-Flash

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Q-FlashTM

1

 

Del

BIOS

Q-Flash

 

 

 

 

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2004 Award Software

 

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Standard CMOS Features

 

Select Language

 

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Advanced BIOS Features

 

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

 

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Integrated Peripherals

 

Load Optimized Defaults

 

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Power Management Setup

 

Set Supervisor Password

 

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PnP/PCI Configurations

 

Set User Password

 

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PC Health Status

 

Save & Exit Setup

 

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MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

 

Exit Without Saving

 

 

 

 

F3: Change Language

 

F8: Dual BIOS/Q-Flash

 

F10: Save & Exit Setup

 

 

 

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

 

 

 

 

 

 

2F8Y Dual BIOS/Q-Flash

Dual BIOS/Q-Flash

Dual BIOS/Q-Flash

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dual BIOS Utility

 

 

 

Boot From

Main Bios

 

 

 

Main ROM Type/Size

SST 49LF004A

512K

 

Backup ROM Type/Size

SST 49LF004A

512K

BIOS

Wide Range Protection

Disable

 

 

 

 

Boot From

Main Bios

 

 

 

 

Auto Recovery

Enable

 

 

 

 

Halt On Error

Disable

 

 

 

 

Copy Main ROM Data to Backup

 

 

 

 

Load Default Settings

 

 

 

 

Save Settings to CMOS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q-Flash Utility

 

 

 

 

Load Main BIOS from Floppy

 

 

Q-Flash

 

Load Backup BIOS from Floppy

 

 

 

Save Main BIOS to Floppy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Save Backup BIOS to Floppy

 

 

 

Enter : Run

hi:Move

ESC:Reset

F10:Power Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS

BIOS ROM

Q-Flash

Enter

BIOS

Q-Flash

Enter

Dual BIOS/Q-Flash

GA-8I915P Duo (Pro)-A

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GA-8I915P specifications

The Gigabyte GA-8I915P motherboard, designed for Intel's LGA 775 socket, was launched in the mid-2000s and caters primarily to users seeking a reliable foundation for their desktop systems. This motherboard stood out in its category, providing a good mix of performance, expandability, and support for the emerging technologies of the time.

One of the key features of the GA-8I915P is its compatibility with the Intel 915P chipset, which supports Intel's Pentium 4 processors, including the latest dual-core options. With support for FSB speeds up to 800 MHz, this motherboard ensured excellent performance for users engaging in gaming, multimedia, and productivity tasks. Additionally, the integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 offered decent graphics performance for casual gaming and video playback, although users seeking higher graphic capabilities could easily add a discrete graphics card via the PCI Express x16 slot.

The GA-8I915P supports DDR2 memory, with a maximum capacity of 4 GB, allowing for improved performance over the older DDR standard. This upgrade in memory technology enhanced multitasking capabilities and overall system responsiveness, a significant advantage for users dealing with demanding applications. Furthermore, the motherboard features four memory slots, enabling dual-channel architecture, which contributes to faster data transmission rates.

Storage options abound with support for both SATA and PATA drives. The four SATA ports allow for faster data transfer rates from modern hard drives, while the IDE connectors ensure compatibility with legacy drives. This versatility made the GA-8I915P an attractive choice for users looking to transition from older systems to new technology without sacrificing access to existing components.

In terms of connectivity, the Gigabyte GA-8I915P motherboard includes several USB 2.0 ports for peripheral devices, and audio capabilities are provided through a 6-channel codec, ensuring an immersive sound experience for users. Its onboard LAN controller facilitates easy network connectivity, crucial for home and office environments.

The GA-8I915P also incorporates Gigabyte's renowned quality features, such as Dynamic Energy Saver for improved energy efficiency and durable capacitor technology for enhanced longevity. The board's layout and design ensure adequate cooling, which is essential for maintaining system reliability throughout prolonged usage.

Overall, the Gigabyte GA-8I915P motherboard offered users a balanced mix of performance, features, and reliability, making it a popular choice during its time for building competent desktop systems. Its support for emerging technologies, memory upgrades, and storage flexibility ensured that it could cater to a wide variety of computing needs.