Gigabyte GA-8I915MD-GV user manual Unique Software Utilities

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Chapter 4

Appendix

4-1 Unique Software Utilities

(Not all model support these Unique Software Utilities, please check your MB features.)

U-PLUS D.P.S. (Universal Plus Dual Power System)

The U-Plus Dual Power System (U-Plus DPS) is a revolutionary eight-phase power circuit built for ultimate system protection. Designed to withstand varying current levels and changes, the U-Plus D.P.S. provides an immensely durable and stable power circuit to the CPU for solid system stability. These characteristics make it the ideal companion with the latest LGA775 Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor as well as future Intel® processors. As well, 4 blue LED's are mounted on the U-Plus D.P.S. for intelligent indication of system loading.

M.I.T. (Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker)

Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker (M.I.T.) allows user to access and change BIOS feature settings with relative speed and ease. Through GIGABYTE M.I.T. feature the user is no longer required to switch into different modes within BIOS setup in order to change system settings such as the CPU system bus, memory timings or to enabled Gigabyte's unique C.I.A. 2 and M.I.B. 2 features. M.I.T.'s integration of all platform performance settings into a single mode now gives any user the ability to control and enhance their computer system to the desired level.

C.I.A.2 (CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2)

GIGABYTE CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2(C.I.A. 2) is designed to automatically adjust CPU computing power to maximize system performance. When enabled, the program detects the current CPU loading and automatically accelerates the CPU computing performance to allow for a faster and smoother execution of programs. When the function is disabled, the CPU is returned to its initial status.

M.I.B.2 (Memory Intelligent Booster 2)

Built on the original M.I.B., the new Memory Intelligent Booster 2 (M.I.B. 2) is designed espe- cially to maximize memory performance and boost memory bandwidth up to 10%. With added branded memory module information, users are able to optimize memory performance by selecting from a recommended memory module list.

S.O.S. (System Overclock Saver)

System Overclock Saver (S.O.S.) is a unique feature that eliminates system boot-up errors resulting from system over-enhancement by the user. With GIGABYTE's proprietary S.O.S. feature, users no longer need to open up the PC chassis and short-circuit the "Clear CMOS" pins or the battery on the motherboard to reset the system back to factory default settings. Instead, S.O.S. automatically resets the overclocked system settings back to their factory defaults to provide a more user-friendly and reliable platform for users.

Download Center

Download Center allows users to quickly download and update their BIOS as well as the latest drivers for their system. Download Center automatically runs a system check of the user PC and provides the user with the current system information as well as displaying a detailed list of all new drivers with the option for download.

C.O.M. (Corporate Online Management)

A web-based system management tool that allows system hardware information such as CPU, memory, graphics card, etc. to be monitored and controlled via the Internet, C.O.M. allows corporate MIS engineers to easily maintain corporate computers such as providing the most up-to-date drivers and BIOS.(Do not use C.O.M. and @BIOS at the same time.)

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Contents GA-8I915MD-G/ GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard GA-8I915MD-GV Product Manual Classification CopyrightTable of Contents Drivers Installation GA-8I915MD-G / GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard Layout Block Diagram GA-8I915MD-G Block Diagram GA-8I915MD-GV Page Installation Notices Considerations Prior to InstallationInstances of Non-Warranty Preparing Your ComputerCPU Feature SummaryUse of licensed Award Bios Installation of the CPU Installation of the CPU and HeatsinkInstallation of the Heatsink Installation of Memory Dual Channel Memory Configuration Graphics Card Support List Installation of Expansion CardsGV-NX68T256DH I/O Back Panel Introduction Connectors Introduction ATX12V/ATX Power Connector FDD Floppy Connector Cpufan / Sysfan Cooler Fan Power ConnectorSATA0/SATA1 Sata Connector IDE1 IDE ConnectorPwrled Optional Faudio Front Audio Panel ConnectorCdin CD Fpanel Front Panel JumperSpdifio Spdif In/Out Auxin AUX In ConnectorSurcen 15 F1USB / F2USB Front USB ConnectorsCI Chassis Intrusion, Case Open Comb Comb ConnectorClrcmos Clear Cmos BATBatteryMain Menu Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup MenuMain Menu For example Bios Ver. GA-8I915MD-G F3a „ Set User Password „ Set Supervisor Password„ Save & Exit Setup „ Exit Without SavingTime Standard Cmos FeaturesIDE Channel 0 Master, Slave IDE Channel 2/3 MasterDrive a / Drive B Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaHalt on MemoryHard Disk Boot Priority Advanced Bios FeaturesFirst / Second / Third Boot Device Password CheckLimit Cpuid Max. to CPU Hyper-ThreadingNo-Execute Memory Protect Note CPU Enhanced Halt C1E NoteIntegrated Peripherals Parallel Port Mode OnBoard LAN Boot ROMUSB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard SupportECP Mode Use DMA Power Management SetupResume by Alarm Power On By MousePower On By Keyboard PnP/PCI ConfigurationsKB Power on Password AC Back FunctionPC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Control Note CPU Smart FAN ModeCPU Clock RatioNote Frequency/Voltage ControlMemory Frequency For Memory Frequency MhzLoad Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Exit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupEnglish Install Chipset Drivers Drivers InstallationDriver CD Information Software ApplicationsContact Us Hardware InformationEnglish Unique Software Utilities User Interface Overview EasyTune 5 IntroductionSystem requirements Xpress Recovery2 IntroductionHow to use the Xpress Recovery2 Limitations Main Screen of Xpress Recovery2Precautions Before You Begin Flash Bios Method IntroductionMethod 1 Q-FlashTMUtility Task menu for Dual Bios utility Exploring the Q-FlashTM / Dual Bios utility screenEntering the Q-FlashTMutility Task menu for Q-Flash utilitySteps Using the Q-FlashTMutilityYou can repeat to Part Two English Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screenBios file becomes F4 after updating Congratulation!! You have updated Bios successfullyMethods and steps Method 2 @BIOSTM UtilityEnglish 4 2 / 4 / 6 Channel Audio Function Introduction Channel Audio SetupChannel Analog Audio Output Mode Basic 6 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode Notes Basic 6 Channel Analog Audio Output ModeEnglish Basic & Advanced 6 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode Notes Spdif Output Device Optional Device Troubleshooting English GA-8I915MD-G/GA-8I915MD-GV Motherboard English English English English Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsChina Shanghai