The following fields display your hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to the information on the hard drive.

Capacity

Approximate capacity of the currently installed hard drive.

Cylinder

Number of cylinders.

Head

Number of heads.

Precomp

Write precompensation cylinder.

Landing Zone

Landing zone.

Sector

Number of sectors.

Drive A

Allows you to selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in your system. If you do not install a floppy disk drive, set this item to None. Options are: None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5".

Floppy 3 Mode Support

Allows you to specify whether the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. Options are: Disabled (default), Drive A.

Halt On

Allows you to determine whether the system will stop for an error during the POST.

No Errors

The system boot will not stop for any error.

All Errors

Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will stop.

All, But Keyboard

The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error but stop for all other

 

errors. (Default)

All, But Diskette

The system boot will not stop for a floppy disk drive error but stop for all

 

other errors.

All, But Disk/Key

The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but

 

it will stop for all other errors.

Memory

These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST.

Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Typically, 640 KB will be reserved for

 

the MS-DOS operating system.

Extended Memory The amount of extended memory.

Total Memory

The total amount of memory installed on the system.

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GA-G31M-S2C, GA-G31M-S2L specifications

The Intel GA-G31M-S2L and GA-G31M-S2C are motherboards that represent a blend of innovation and reliability in the realm of computing. Designed by Gigabyte, these motherboards cater predominantly to budget-conscious consumers, gamers, and professionals seeking a stable platform for their computing needs. Powered by the Intel G31 chipset, these models support Intel's LGA 775 socket processors, which include the Pentium and Core 2 Duo series, making them versatile options for various applications.

One of the standout features of the GA-G31M-S2L and GA-G31M-S2C is their support for DDR2 memory with a maximum capacity of 4GB. This makes them suitable for running multiple applications simultaneously, providing users with a smoother multitasking experience. The motherboards support a dual-channel memory architecture, maximizing memory bandwidth, which is critical for performance-demanding applications and tasks.

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Security features are not overlooked, with options for BIOS-level protection that helps safeguard the motherboard from unauthorized access. The GA-G31M-S2L and GA-G31M-S2C are also equipped with an easy-to-use BIOS interface, allowing users to tweak settings for optimal performance.

In summary, the Intel GA-G31M-S2L and GA-G31M-S2C motherboards deliver a solid foundation for both everyday computing and more demanding tasks. With their blend of essential features, connectivity options, and durability, they stand out as reliable choices for users looking to build or upgrade their systems using the Intel LGA 775 platform. These motherboards embody a practical approach to computing, ensuring users have access to the necessary tools to achieve their goals.