Gigabyte GA-945PLM-(D)S2 user manual Unique Software Utilities, EasyTune 5 Introduction

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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.)

4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction

EasyTune 5 presents the most convenient Windows based system performance enhancement and manageability utility. Featuring several powerful yet easy to use tools such as 1) Overclocking for enhancing system performance, 2) C.I.A. and M.I.B. for special enhancement for CPU and Memory, 3) Smart-Fan control for managing fan speed control of both CPU cooling fan and North-Bridge Chipset cooling fan, 4) PC health for monitoring system status.(Note)

User Interface Overview

 

Button / Display

Description

1.

Overclocking

Enters the Overclocking setting page

2.

C.I.A./C.I.A.2 and M.I.B.

Enters the C.I.A./2 and M.I.B. setting page

3.

Smart-Fan

Enters the Smart-Fan setting page

4.

PC Health

Enters the PC Health setting page

5.

GO

Confirmation and Execution button

6.

"Easy Mode" & "Advance Mode"

Toggles between Easy and Advance Mode

7.

Display screen

Display panel of CPU frequency

8.

Function display LEDs

Shows the current functions status

9.

GIGABYTE Logo

Log on to GIGABYTE website

10.

Help button

Display EasyTuneTM 5 Help file

11.

Exit or Minimize button

Quit or Minimize EasyTuneTM 5 software

(Note) EasyTune 5 functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

 

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Contents GA-945PLM-DS2 rev Motherboard Product Manual Classification CopyrightTable of Contents Install Drivers Item Checklist DS2/GA S2-945PLM GA-945PLM-DS2/GA-945PLM-S2 rev .1 Motherboard LayoutBlock Diagram Preparing Your Computer Considerations Prior to InstallationInstallation Notices Instances of Non-WarrantyCPU Feature SummaryMbit flash ROM Installation of the CPU Installation of the CPU and CPU CoolerInstallation of the CPU Cooler Installation of Memory Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installation of Expansion Cards I/O Back Panel Introduction Line Out Front Speaker Out Connectors IntroductionMIC ATX12V / ATX Power Connector FDD Floppy Connector Cpufan / Sysfan Cooler Fan Power ConnectorSATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3 Sata 3Gb/s Connector, Controlled by ICH7 IDE IDE ConnectorPwrled Fpanel Front Panel Jumper Cdin CD in Connector Faudio Front Audio ConnectorUSB1 / FUSB2 Front USB Connector Spdifio S/PDIF In/Out ConnectorClrcmos Clear Cmos Comb Comb ConnectorCI Chassis Intrusion, Case Open English Main Menu Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup MenuF12 Boot Menu Main Menu For exampleGA-945PLM-DS2 Bios Ver. F1a„ PnP/PCI Configuration „ Standard Cmos Features„ Advanced Bios Features „ Power Management SetupIDE Channel 2, 3 Master/Slave Standard Cmos FeaturesTime IDE Channel 0 Master/SlaveMemory Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaDrive a Halt onPassword Check Advanced Bios FeaturesHard Disk Boot Priority First / Second / Third Boot DeviceNo-Execute Memory Protect Note HDD S.M.A.R.T. CapabilityCPU Hyper-Threading Note Limit Cpuid Max. to 3 NoteSmart LAN Integrated PeripheralsLegacy USB storage detect USB 2.0 ControllerUSB Keyboard Support USB Mouse SupportWhen LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally Smart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic FunctionOnboard Serial Port Onboard LAN Boot ROMParallel Port Mode ECP Mode Use DMAAcpi Suspend Type Power Management SetupKB Power on Password Power On By KeyboardAC Back Function PCI 1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN ModeCPU Host Clock Control Frequency/Voltage ControlCPU Clock Ratio Note FSB1066 Core CPUSystem Memory Multiplier PCI Express FrequencyMhzMemory Frequency Mhz Load Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Exit Without Saving Save & Exit SetupEnglish Install Chipset Drivers Install DriversDriver CD Information Software ApplicationsContact Us Hardware InformationEnglish EasyTune 5 Introduction Unique Software UtilitiesUser Interface Overview How to use the Xpress Recovery2 Xpress Recovery2 IntroductionSystem requirements Precautions Main Screen of Xpress Recovery2Limitations Method 1 Q-FlashTMUtility Flash Bios Method IntroductionBefore You Begin Task menu for Q-Flash utility Exploring the Q-FlashTM / Dual Bios utility screenTask menu for Dual Bios utility Entering the Q-FlashTMutilitySteps Using the Q-FlashTMutilityYou can repeat to Part Two FlashTMutility bar Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screenCongratulation!! You have updated Bios successfully Methods and steps Method 2 @BIOSTM UtilityEnglish English Stereo Speakers Connection and Settings4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction Setting Up 4-Channel Audio Setting Up 6-Channel Audio Setting Up 8-Channel Audio Sound Effect Configuration AC97 Audio Configuration Troubleshooting English English English English Taiwan Headquarters Contact UsGigabyte Global Service System