Drive a / Drive B, Halt on, Memory | Gigabyte GA-K8NS Pro guide

No floppy drive installed

5.25 inch PC-type standard drive; 360K byte capacity. 5.25 inch AT-typehigh-density drive; 1.2M byte capacity (3.5 inch when 3 Mode is Enabled).

3.5 inch double-sided drive; 720K byte capacity

3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44M byte capacity.

3.5 inch double-sided drive; 2.88M byte capacity.

Access Mode	Use this to set the access mode for the hard drive. The two options are:
	Large/Auto(default:Auto)
Capacity	Capacity of currectly installed hard drive.

Hard drive information should be labeled on the outside drive casing. Enter the appropriate option based on this information.

Cylinder	Number of cylinders
Head	Number of heads
Precomp	Write precomp
Landing Zone	Landing zone
Sector	Number of sectors

Drive A / Drive B

The category identifies the types of floppy disk drive A or drive B that has been installed in the computer.

None

360K, 5.25" 1.2M, 5.25"

720K, 3.5"

1.44M, 3.5" 2.88M, 3.5"

Floppy 3 Mode Support (for Japan Area)

Disabled	Normal Floppy Drive. (Default value)
Drive A	Drive A is 3	mode Floppy Drive.
Drive B	Drive B is 3	mode Floppy Drive.
Both	Drive A & B are 3 mode Floppy Drives.

Halt on

The category determines whether the computer will stop if an error is detected during power up.

No Errors	The system boot will not stop for any error that may be detected and you
	will be prompted.
All Errors	Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be stopped.
All, But Keyboard	The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error; it will stop for all other
	errors. (Default value)
All, But Diskette	The system boot will not stop for a disk error; it will stop for all other errors.
All, But Disk/Key	The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or disk error; it will stop for all
	other errors.

Memory

The category is display-only which is determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of the BIOS.

Base Memory

The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of base (or conventional) memory installed in the system.

The value of the base memory is typically 512K for systems with 512K memory installed on the motherboard, or 640K for systems with 640K or more memory installed on the motherboard.

Extended Memory

The BIOS determines how much extended memory is present during the POST.

This is the amount of memory located above 1 MB in the CPU's memory address map.

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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.