Gigabyte GA-K8NS Pro user manual PC Health Status, Frequency/Voltage Control, Top Performance

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zPC Health Status

This setup page is the System auto detect Temperature, voltage, fan, speed.

zFrequency/Voltage Control

This setup page is control CPU’s clock and frequency ratio.

zTop Performance

If you wish to maximize the performance of your system, set "Top Performance" as "Enabled".

zLoad Fail-Safe Defaults

Fail-Safe Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in safe configuration.

zLoad Optimized Defaults

Optimized Defaults indicates the value of the system parameters which the system would be in best performance configuration.

zSet Supervisor Password

Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system and Setup, or just to Setup.

zSet User Password

Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to limit access to the system.

zSave & Exit Setup

Save CMOS value settings to CMOS and exit setup.

zExit Without Saving

Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.

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BIOS Setup

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Contents GA-K8NS Pro Mother Board Motherboard GA-K8NS Pro Read Me First Prepare your computer Installing the motherboard to the chassisTable of Content Table of Content Introduction Features SummaryBios GA-K8NS ProCPU Block DiagramEnglish Step Hardware Installation ProcessInstall the Central Processing Unit CPU English DDR Install Memory ModulesInstall Expansion Cards PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector Install I/O Peripherals CablesUSB/LAN Connector Parallel Port, Serial Ports Coma / Comb Audio ConnectorsPlease note Connectors Introduction ATX ATX Power Connector ATX12V +12V Power ConnectorSysfan System Fan Connector Cpufan CPU Fan ConnectorNbfan Chip Fan Connector Pwrfan Power Fan ConnectorIDE1 / IDE2 IDE1 / IDE2 Connector FDD Floppy ConnectorIDE3 / IDE4 IDE3 / IDE4 Connector, RAID/ATA133 Fpanel 2 x 10 pins Connector Pwrled 15 2XLED BatterySurcen Surround Center Connector Faudio Front Audio ConnectorCdin CD In Connector Spdifio Spdif In / Out Connector22 F11394 / F21394 Front IEEE1394 Connector FUSB1 / FUSB2 Front USB ConnectorIrcir Game Game ConnectorClear Cmos Clear Cmos InfolinkEnglish Bios Setup Main Menu For example Bios Ver. E11 Load Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsSet Supervisor Password Set User PasswordDate Standard Cmos FeaturesTime IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE Channel 1 Master/SlaveDrive a / Drive B Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaHalt on MemoryHard Disk Boot Priority Advanced Bios FeaturesFirst / Second / Third Boot Device Boot Up Floppy SeekFlexible AGP Password CheckInit Display First Integrated Peripherals IDE Function SetupIDE Channel 0 Slave RAID IDE Channel 0 Master RAIDIDE Channel 1 Master RAID IDE Channel 1 Slave RAIDParallel Port Mode Onboard LAN Boot ROMECP Mode Use DMA Serial ATA FunctionMidi Port Address IDE DMA transfer accessMidi Port IRQ CIR Port AddressResume by Alarm Power Management SetupPME Event Wake Up Modem Ring OnPower On by Keyboard Power On by MouseKB Power on Password AC Back FunctionINT PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPC Health Status Frequency/Voltage Control Top Performance Load Fail-Safe DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Load Optimized DefaultsExit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupEnglish Technical Reference @BIOSTM IntroductionWhat is Dual Bios Technology? Flash Bios Method IntroductionHow to use Dual Bios and Q-Flash Utility? Boot From Main BIOSDefault, Backup Bios Wide Range Protection DisableDefault, EnableAuto Recovery EnableDefault, Disable Halt On Error DisableDefault, EnableHow to use Q-Flash? What is Q-Flash Utility?Save Main Bios to Floppy / Save Backup Bios to Floppy What is DualBIOS technology? Answer Whats DualBIOS?IV. Q Who Needs DualBIOS technology? Answer III. Q How does DualBIOS technology work? AnswerMethods and steps Method 2 @BIOS UtilityEnglish 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction Stereo Speakers Connection and SettingsChannel Analog Audio Output Mode English English English Spdif Output Device Optional Device Jack-Sensing and UAJ Introduction Introduction of audio connectorsAuto-detecting Enable UAJ function Manual settingUAJ Introduction What is Xpress Recovery ? Xpress Recovery IntroductionHow to use the Xpress Recovery F9 For Xpress Recovery Exit and Restart Remove Backup Image  Remove backup image. Are you sure? Y/NRAID Levels Serial ATA Bios Setting Utility IntroductionRAID 0 Striping RAID 1 MirroringEntering the RAID Bios Setup Configuring the Nvidia RAID BiosCompleting the RAID Bios Setup Using the Define a New Array WindowSelecting the RAID Mode Selecting the Striping Block SizeBBS Cd bootdrv Menu Installing the RAID driversEnglish English Pictures below are shown in Windows XP Install DriversItem Description Software Application Software Information FAQ Troubleshooting END Technical Support/RMA Sheet Acronyms Ioapic English English English English Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsChina Shanghai

GA-K8NS Pro specifications

The Gigabyte GA-K8NS Pro is a reliable and feature-rich motherboard designed for users seeking high performance, particularly for AMD Athlon 64 processors. Launched in the early 2000s, this ATX form factor motherboard is still noted for its robust features and expandability options, making it a solid choice for both gamers and general users.

One of the key features of the GA-K8NS Pro is its support for the AMD K8 architecture, allowing it to handle AMD Athlon 64, Athlon 64 FX, and Sempron processors. This compatibility ensures that users can experience significant processing power, particularly beneficial for multi-threaded applications and gaming.

The motherboard boasts a versatile memory architecture with support for up to 4GB of DDR RAM running at 400 MHz. This capacity allows for smooth multitasking and improved overall system performance. The presence of four DIMM slots provides users with the option to upgrade their memory easily, accommodating varying needs from gaming to heavy-duty graphical tasks.

In terms of connectivity, the GA-K8NS Pro features an impressive array of options. It includes three PCI slots, one AGP 8x slot for graphics cards, and various onboard connectors. This ensures flexibility and expandability, allowing users to install additional components, such as sound cards or network adapters, to fit their specific requirements.

The motherboard comes equipped with a total of four SATA II ports, facilitating high-speed data transfer rates, and it also includes two IDE ports for connecting legacy drives. Gigabyte has incorporated RAID support, enabling users to configure their storage in RAID 0, 1, or 0+1 setups, enhancing data performance and reliability.

Additionally, the GA-K8NS Pro features Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, ensuring fast networking capabilities suitable for online gaming and large file transfers. Audio support is provided through an integrated Realtek ALC655 codec, delivering decent sound quality suitable for gaming, multimedia playback, and general use.

For reliability and longevity, the motherboard is designed with Gigabyte’s renowned durability characteristics, including high-quality capacitors and efficient thermal management solutions. The inclusion of Dual BIOS technology enhances system stability by providing a backup BIOS, preventing any potential failures from affecting the system boot process.

In conclusion, the Gigabyte GA-K8NS Pro remains a commendable motherboard, delivering a solid foundation for users seeking performance, expandability, and reliability in their computing experience. With its support for a variety of processors, ample memory capacity, and numerous connectivity options, it continues to be an appealing choice for those looking to build or upgrade their systems.
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