GA-7VTXE/GA-7VTXH Motherboard

STEP 4: Make sure the system will boot from the floppy disk.

(1)Insert the floppy disk (contains bootable program and unzip file) into the floppy drive A. Then, restart the system. The system will boot from the floppy disk. Please press <DEL> key to enter BIOS setup main menu when system is boot up.

American Release:08/04/2001

Megatrends AMIBIOS (C) 1999 American Megatrend

8ITXR F2

Check System Health OK, Vcore = 1.750V CPUID : 0F0A Patch ID : 0009

Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor-1.50 GHz RamBus/Host Frequency is 300/100MHz Checking NVRAM

262144KB

Wait...

DEL: Setup F8: Boot Menu F12: Network boot

Press any key to contiune

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63-0001-001199-00101111-071595-TEHAMA-GA8ITXR0-H

(2)Once you enter the BIOS setup utility, the main menu will appear on the screen. Use the arrows to highlight the item "BIOS FEATURES SETUP".

AMIBIOS SIMPLE SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 2.00

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STANDARD CMOS SETUP

INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS FEATURES SETUP

 

HARDWARE MONITOR & MISC SETUP

 

 

 

CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP

SUPERVISOR PASSWORD

 

 

 

POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP

USER PASSWORD

 

 

 

PNP / PCI CONFIGURATION

IDE HDD AUTO DETECTION

 

 

 

LOAD FAIL-SAFE DEFAULTS

SAVE & EXIT SETUP

 

 

 

LOAD OPTIMIZED DEFAULTS

EXIT WITHOUT SAVING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ESC: Quit

: Select Item

(Shift)F3 : Select Language

F5: Old Values

F6: Fail-Safe Values

F7: Optimized Values

F8: Flash Utility

F10:Save & Exit

Current Language: English

 

 

 

 

 

Time, Date , Hard Disk Type…

 

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GA-7VTXE, GA-7VTXH specifications

The Gigabyte GA-7VTXH and GA-7VTXE are well-known motherboards that exemplify stability and performance for AMD Athlon processors in their time. These motherboards are built on the VIA KT266A chipset, which was pivotal in enabling superior system performance and compatibility with various CPU types. Both models are designed to cater to users seeking enhanced features for gaming, office tasks, or casual computing.

One of the standout features of the GA-7VTXH and GA-7VTXE motherboards is their support for DDR SDRAM, allowing users to take advantage of faster memory speeds compared to traditional SDRAM. The GA-7VTXH features four DIMM slots supporting up to 3GB of DDR memory, while the GA-7VTXE also offers substantial memory support, ensuring that multitasking and resource-intensive applications run smoothly. This ensures optimal performance for gaming and professional applications alike.

Both motherboards include AGP 4X slots, allowing for high-performance graphic cards to be integrated into the system. This feature is crucial for gamers and graphic designers who require robust graphical outputs. Additionally, this motherboard supports a variety of external storage options through its IDE RAID functionality, offering users the chance to configure their storage in a manner that suits their specific requirements such as redundancy or speed.

Connectivity is another crucial aspect of these motherboards. The GA-7VTXH and GA-7VTXE come equipped with USB 2.0 ports, enabling faster data transfer rates for peripherals. Moreover, they offer integrated sound capabilities, allowing users to enjoy quality audio without the need for a separate sound card. This is particularly beneficial for economies where build costs are a consideration, as it reduces the complexity of the system.

The design of the GA-7VTXH and GA-7VTXE motherboards also emphasizes cooling and stability. They boast solid capacitors and well-placed components which help maintain optimal thermal conditions even during intensive tasks. This attention to detail extends to the layout, which allows for better airflow, reducing the overall temperature of the system.

In summary, the Gigabyte GA-7VTXH and GA-7VTXE motherboards offer a balanced combination of features and performance for AMD Athlon processors. With their support for DDR SDRAM, robust connectivity options, and a focus on cooling and stability, these motherboards are an excellent choice for users aiming to build reliable and high-performance systems. Whether for gaming, professional use, or everyday tasks, these motherboards continue to leave a lasting impact in the world of computer hardware.