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Gigabyte GA-EP45-DS5 User Manual

Lga775 socket motherboard for intel coretm processor family/ intel pentium processor family/intel celeron processor family
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  • Page 1 GA-EP45-DS5 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel Core processor family/ ® Intel Pentium processor family/Intel Celeron processor family ® ® ® ® User's Manual Rev. 1004 12ME-EP45DS5-1004R...

  • Page 3: Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

    GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Box Contents ... 6 Optional Items ... 6 GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Layout ... 7 Block Diagram ... 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ... 9 Installation Precautions ... 9 Product Specifications ... 10 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ... 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU ...
  • Page 5 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ... 65 Installing Chipset Drivers ... 65 Application Software ... 66 Technical Manuals ... 66 Contact ... 67 System ... 67 Download Center ... 68 Chapter 4 Unique Features ... 69 Xpress Recovery2 ... 69 BIOS Update Utilities ... 74 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility ...

  • Page 6: Box Contents

    Box Contents GA-EP45-DS5 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield • The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain.

  • Page 7: Ga-Ep45-Ds5 Motherboard Layout

    GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Layout CPU_LED KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 USB_LAN2 RTL8111C USB_LAN1 PE1_LED AUDIO PCIEX1_1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 SPDIF_I CD_IN SPDIF_O PCI1 IT8720 PCI2 COMA PW_SW CMOS_SW TPM IC (Note) (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy.

  • Page 8: Block Diagram

    LGA775 Processor Host Interface Intel ® LAN1 RJ45 8111C Intel ® ICH10R GIGABYTE SATA2 CODEC - 8 - CPU CLK+/- (400/333/266/200 MHz) DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (400/333/266/200 MHz) Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or •...

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications Support for an Intel Intel Intel in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU Front Side Bus 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB Chipset North Bridge: Intel South Bridge: Intel Memory 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory...
  • Page 11 IEEE 1394a T.I. TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) Integrated in the South Bridge Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Internal Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector...
  • Page 12 (Note 6) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 7) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 8) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard (Note 7) (Note 8) Windows Vista/XP ®...

  • Page 13: Installing The Cpu And Cpu Cooler

    Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
  • Page 14 Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the CPU socket. (DO NOT touch socket contacts.)

  • Page 15: Installing The Cpu Cooler

    1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel boxed cooler as the example cooler.) ® Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.

  • Page 16: Installing The Memory

    • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

  • Page 17: Installing A Memory

    1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard.

  • Page 18: Installing An Expansion Card

    PCIEX16 slot: Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x8 Slot PCI Slot • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot.

  • Page 19: Installing The Sata Bracket

    Installing the SATA Bracket The SATA bracket allows you to connect external SATA device(s) to your system by expanding the internal SATA port(s) to the chassis back panel. • Turn off your system and the power switch on the power supply before installing or removing the SATA bracket and SATA power cable to prevent damage to hardware.

  • Page 20: Back Panel Connectors

    • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Connection/Speed LED: State...
  • Page 21 Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration.

  • Page 22: Onboard Leds And Switches

    This motherboard has 3 quick switches: power switch, reset switch and clearing CMOS switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/off or reset the system or clear the CMOS values. Power Switch Reset Switch Clearing CMOS Switch GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard - 22 -...

  • Page 23: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 / SYS_FAN2 PWR_FAN SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 GS0-Source/GS1/GS2-Source/GS3 PWR_LED F_PANEL Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
  • Page 24 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cables into pins under the protective covers when using a power supply providing a 2x2 12V and a 2x10 power connector. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard ATX_12V_2X ATX: Pin No.
  • Page 25 3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN1 / SYS_FAN2 / PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire).
  • Page 26 • A RAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not have to be an even number.) • A RAID 10 configuration requires at least four hard drives and the total number of hard drives must be an even number. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3...
  • Page 27 9) GS0-Source/GS1/GS2-Source/GS3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by GIGABYTE SATA2/SiI5723, Purple) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The GIGABYTE SATA2/SiI5723 controllers support Smart Backup Function. Smart Backup Function Configurations Table...

  • Page 28: F_Panel Front Panel Header

    LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assign- ments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Message/Power/ Sleep LED...

  • Page 29: Cd_In Cd In Connector, Black

    12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

  • Page 30: S/Pdif In Header, Red

    HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Pin No. Pin No.

  • Page 31: F_Usb1/F_Usb2 Usb Headers, Yellow

    16) F1_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header, Gray) The header conforms to IEEE 1394a specification. The IEEE 1394a header can provide one IEEE 1394a port via an optional IEEE 1394a bracket. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer. •...

  • Page 32: Clearing Cmos Jumper

    • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Pin No. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values...

  • Page 33: Battery

    20) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. 21) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off.
  • Page 34 22) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. The higher the CPU loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard - 34 -...

  • Page 35: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the •...

  • Page 36: Startup Screen

    BIOS Setup settings. You can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. <End>: Q-Flash Press the <End> key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard - 36 - Function Keys Function Keys...

  • Page 37: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: F8c) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features...
  • Page 38 Abandon all changes and the previous settings remain in effect. Pressing <Y> to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing <Esc> can also carry out this task.) Security Chip Configuration Use this menu to configure the TPM function. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard - 38 -...

  • Page 39: Mb Intelligent Tweaker(M.i.t.)

    MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Robust Graphics Booster (Note 1) CPU Clock Ratio (Note 1) Fine CPU Clock Ratio CPU Frequency ******** Clock Chip Control ******** >>>>> Standard Clock Control CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) C.I.A.
  • Page 40 20 seconds to allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) 1.147V [Auto] 0.800V...
  • Page 41 CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the CPU host frequency. This item is configurable only if the CPU Host Clock Control option is enabled. The adjustable range is from 100 MHz to 1200 MHz. For an 800 MHz FSB CPU, set this item to 200 MHz. For a 1066 MHz FSB CPU, set this item to 266 MHz.
  • Page 42 DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Manual allows all DRAM timing control items below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual. (Note) This item appears only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard ******** (Note) - 42 -...

  • Page 43: Cas Latency Time

    >>>>> Standard Timing Control CAS Latency Time Options are: Auto (default), 3~7. tRCD Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. tRAS Options are: Auto (default), 1~63. >>>>> Advanced Timing Control Advanced Timing Control CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software x tRRD x tWTR x tWR...
  • Page 44 Static tRead Value Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. tRD Phase0 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase1 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase2 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard ******** - 44 -...
  • Page 45 tRD Phase3 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. Trd2rd(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Twr2wr(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Twr2rd(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Trd2wr(Same/Diff Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Mother Board Voltage Control ******** >>>...

  • Page 46: Standard Cmos Features

    Press <Enter> to autodetect the parameters of the IDE/SATA device on this channel. IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the three methods below: GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Standard CMOS Features Wed, Apr 30 2008 22:31:24...
  • Page 47 • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used, set this item to None so the system will skip the detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup. •...

  • Page 48: Advanced Bios Features

    (Default: Disabled) (Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Advanced BIOS Features [Press Enter]...
  • Page 49 CPU Multi-Threading Allows you to determine whether to enable all CPU cores and multi-threading function when using an Intel CPU that supports multi-core technology. This feature only works for operating systems ® that support multi-processor mode. Enabled Enables all CPU cores and multi-threading capability. (Default) Disabled Enables only one CPU core.
  • Page 50 Allows you to set a delay time for the BIOS to initialize the hard drive as the system boots up. The adjustable range is from 0 to 15 seconds. (Default: 0) Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled) Init Display First Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card or the PCI Express graphics card.

  • Page 51: Integrated Peripherals

    Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software SATA RAID/AHCI Mode SATA Port0-3 Native Mode USB Controller USB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard Support USB Mouse Support Legacy USB storage detect Azalia Codec Onboard H/W 1394 Onboard H/W LAN1 Onboard H/W LAN2 Green LAN SMART LAN1 SMART LAN2...

  • Page 52: Usb Controller

    Green LAN When the onboard LAN function and Green LAN are enabed, the system will dynamically detects if LAN cable(s) is connected or not. If not, the corresponding LAN controller will be disabled automatically. (Default: Disabled) GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard - 52 -...
  • Page 53 SMART LAN1/LAN2 (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Start detecting at Port... Part1-2 Status = Open Part3-6 Status = Open Part4-5 Status = Open Part7-8 Status = Open : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the attached LAN cable.
  • Page 54 (Default: Disabled) Onboard SATA/IDE Device (GIGABYTE SATA2 Chip) Enables or disables the IDE and SATA controllers integrated in the GIGABYTE SATA 2 chip. When this item is set to Disabled, the Smart Backup Function and Smart Backup Initial items will become unavailable.

  • Page 55: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software ACPI Suspend Type ACPI LED Control Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN PME Event Wake Up Power On by Ring Resume by Alarm x Date (of Month) Alarm x Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm (Note) HPET Support HPET Mode (Note)
  • Page 56 The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. (Note) Supported on Windows GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Vista ; select 64-bit mode when you install 64-bit ® ®...

  • Page 57: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    PnP/PCI Configurations CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software PCI1 IRQ Assignment PCI2 IRQ Assignment : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values PCI1 IRQ Assignment Auto 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 PCI2 IRQ Assignment Auto 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 PnP/PCI Configurations [Auto] [Auto] +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the first PCI slot.

  • Page 58: Pc Health Status

    C/194 CPU/SYSTEM/POWER FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the CPU/system/power fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard PC Health Status [Disabled] 1.316V 1.840V...
  • Page 59 CPU Smart FAN Control Enables or disables the CPU fan speed control function. Enabled allows the CPU fan to run at different speed according to the CPU temperature. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on system requirements. If disabled, CPU fan runs at full speed. (Default: Enabled) CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to control CPU fan speed.

  • Page 60: Load Fail-Safe Defaults

    Press <Enter> on this item and then press the <Y> key to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults settings helps the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults...

  • Page 61: Set Supervisor/User Password

    2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations PC Health Status ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Press <Enter> on this item and type the password with up to 8 characters and then press <Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password.

  • Page 62: Save & Exit Setup

    Press <Enter> on this item and press the <Y> key. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Press <N> or <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Load Fail-Safe Defaults...

  • Page 63: Security Chip Configuration

    2-15 Security Chip Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Security Chip x Clear Security Chip Security Chip State : Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values Security Chip Enables or disables the security chip. It is recommended that you use this function with the Supervisor/User password.
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  • Page 65: Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

    Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optional drive. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot below.

  • Page 66: Application Software

    Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.

  • Page 67: Contact

    Contact Click the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. Or read the last page of this manual to check the contact information for GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices. System This page provides the basic system information.

  • Page 68: Download Center

    Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard - 68 -...

  • Page 69: Chapter 4 Unique Features

    Chapter 4 Unique Features Xpress Recovery2 Before You Begin: • Xpress Recovery2 will check the first physical hard drive* for the operating system. Xpress Recovery2 can only back up/restore the first physical hard drive that has the operating system installed. •...
  • Page 70 Recovery2 (10 GB or more is recommended; actual size requirements vary, depending on the amount of data) (Figure 2). Figure 1 3. Select a file system (for example, NTFS) and begin the installation of the operating system (Figure 3). Figure 3 GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Figure 2 - 70 -...
  • Page 71 4. After the operating system is installed, right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop and select Manage (Figure 4). Go to Computer Management to check disk allocation. Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup file to the unallocated space (black stripe along the top)(Figure 5). Please note that if there is no enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the backup file.
  • Page 72 Xpress Recovery2 will begin the backup process (Figure 11). Figure 10 3. When finished, go to Disk Management to check disk allocation. Figure 12 GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 11 Xpress Recovery2 will automatically create a new partition to store the backup image file.
  • Page 73 D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2 Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present if no backup is created before (Figure 13, 14). Figure 13 E.

  • Page 74: Bios Update Utilities

    4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility A. Before You Begin: 1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model. 2. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. EP45DS5.F1) to your floppy disk, USB flash drive, or hard drive.

  • Page 75: Updating The Bios

    B. Updating the BIOS When updating the BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS file is saved. The follow procedure assumes that you save the BIOS file to a floppy disk. Step 1: 1. Insert the floppy disk containing the BIOS file into the floppy disk drive. In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the up or down arrow key to select Update BIOS from Drive and press <Enter>.
  • Page 76 F8: Q-Flash Step 6: Select Save & Exit Setup and then press <Y> to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. The procedure is complete after the system restarts. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password...

  • Page 77: Updating The Bios With The @Bios Utility

    BIOS or a system that is unable to start. 3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing.

  • Page 78: Easytune 6

    EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also includes tabbed pages for CPU and memory information, lettings users read their system- related information without the need to install additional software.

  • Page 79: Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced

    The Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced Interface A. Meter Mode In Meter Mode, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced shows how much power they have saved in a set period of time. Meter Mode - Button Information Table...
  • Page 80 Power Saver is under the enable status, and power savings meter is unable to reset to zero. (Note 5) Dynamic Energy Saver Meter will automatically reset when the total power saving reaches 99999999 Watts. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard (Note 3) - 80 -...

  • Page 81: Ultra Tpm (Note)

    • Though the TPM delivers the latest data security technology, it does not guarantee data integrity or give hardware protection. GIGABYTE is not liable for loss of encrypted data as a result of hardware damage. A. Before installing Ultra TPM, follow the steps below in sequence: Step 1: Turn on your computer and enter the BIOS Setup program.

  • Page 82: Q-Share

    Q-Share without making complicated settings. Directions for using Q-Share After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE> Q-Share.exe to launch the Q-Share tool. Find the Q-Share icon on this icon to configure the data sharing settings.

  • Page 83: Time Repair

    Time Repair Based on the Microsoft Volume Shadow Copy Services technology, Time Repair allows you to quickly back up and restore your system data in the Windows Vista operating system. Time Repair supports NTFS file system and can restore system data on PATA and SATA hard drives. System Restore Choose a system restore point using the navigation bar on the right or at the bottom of the screen to view the system data backed up at different time.

  • Page 84: Teaming

    After you complete the setup, you will see the third virtual network interface. Go to Local Area Connection Status and you will see the connec- tion speed is 2.0 Gbps. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Step 2: The Realtek Ethernet Diagnostic Utility icon appears in the system tray after the system restarts.

  • Page 85: Enabling Teaming Functionality In Windows Vista

    B. Enabling Teaming Functionality in Windows Vista: Select Realtek Ethernet Teaming Utility and click Install. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Appli- cation Software, Install Application Software. Click Install under Realtek Ethernet Teaming Util- ity for installation. Restart your system when completed. Step 3: Select the two adapters and set up the Teaming mode based on your hub's specifications.
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  • Page 87: Chapter 5 Appendix

    Chapter 5 Appendix Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer. B. Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. C . Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. D.
  • Page 88 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Integrated Peripherals [RAID]...

  • Page 89: Create Raid Volume

    C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed to the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press <Ctrl-I>...
  • Page 90 The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, press <Enter>. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed. ]-Change GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level :...
  • Page 91 Step 5: Enter the array capacity and press <Enter>. Finally press <Enter> on the Create Volume item to begin creating the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press <Y> to confirm or <N> to cancel (Figure 6). Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation.

  • Page 92: Delete Raid Volume

    Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed. Name Volume0 ]-Select GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Level Drives RAID0(Stripe) [ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! [ HELP ] Are you sure you want to delete "Volume0"? (Y/N) :...

  • Page 93: Making A Sata Raid/Ahci Driver Diskette

    5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette (Required for AHCI and RAID Mode) To successfully install operating system onto SATA hard drive(s) that is/are configured to RAID/AHCI mode, you need to install the SATA controller driver during the OS installation. Without the driver, the hard drive may not be recognized during the Windows setup process.
  • Page 94 "yes" after the "Continue extraction?" message, and then press <Enter> to begin extracting the driver. After the driver is extracted, a screen similar to that in Figure 6 will appear. (Note) To install the Windows Vista 64-bit operating system, please copy the MSM64 file. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Figure 4 Figure 5...

  • Page 95: Installing The Sata Raid/Ahci Driver And Operating System

    5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System Now that you have prepared the SATA RAID/AHCI driver diskette and configured the required BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows Vista/XP onto your hard drive(s). The following is an example of Windows XP and Vista installation.
  • Page 96 Windows, press ENTER. S=Specify Additional Device ENTER=Continue F3=Exit GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Intel(R) ESB2 SATA AHCI Controller Intel(R) ICH7R/DH SATA AHCI Controller Intel(R) ICH7M/MDH SATA AHCI Controller...
  • Page 97 Step 4: After the SATA RAID/AHCI driver installation is completed, you can proceed with the Windows XP installation. WindowsXP Professional Setup Welcome to Setup. This port of the Setup program prepares Microsoft(R) Windows (R) XP to run on your computer. To set up Windows XP now, press ENTER.
  • Page 98 When a screen similar to that below appears, select Load Driver. (Figure 6). Step 2: Specify the location where the driver is saved, such as your floppy disk or USB flash drive (Figure 7). GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Figure 6 Figure 7...
  • Page 99 Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 8 appears, select Intel(R) ICH8R/ICH9R/ICH10R SATA RAID Controller and press Next. (Note) Step 4: After the driver is loaded, select the RAID/AHCI drive(s) where you want to install the operating system and then press Next to continue the OS installation (Figure 9).

  • Page 100: Configuring Audio Input And Output

    • 4-channel audio: Front speaker out and Rear speaker out. • 5.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Rear speaker out, and Center/Subwoofer speaker out. • 7.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Rear speaker out, Center/Subwoofer speaker out, and Side speaker out. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out...
  • Page 101 Step 2: Click the Audio I/O tab. In the speaker list on the left, select 2CH Speaker, 4CH Speaker, 6CH Speaker, or 8CH Speaker according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up. Step 3: Everytime you connect an audio device to an audio jack, the Connected device box appears.

  • Page 102: Installing The S/Pdif In Cable (Optional)

    Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. (Note) The actual locations of the SPDIF In and SPDIF Out connectors may differ by model. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

  • Page 103: Enabling The Dolby Home Theater Function

    C. Configuring S/PDIF out: Click the tool icon in the DIGITAL section. In the S/PDIF In/Out Settings dialog box, select an out- put sampling rate and select (or disable) the output source. Click OK to complete the configuration. 5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function Before Dolby Home Theater is enabled, you get only 2-channel playback output (from the front speakers) when playing 2-channel stereo sources.

  • Page 104: Configuring Microphone Recording

    Step 3: Locate the Volume icon and click it to open the volume control panel. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard The system will expand 2-channel audio for a 7.1-channel surround sound playback. speaker bass effect.
  • Page 105 Step 4: To hear the sound being recorded during the record- ing process when using the microphone function on the front panel, do not select the Mute check box under Front Pink In or Front Green In in Master Volume. It is recommended that you set the volume at a middle level.

  • Page 106: Using The Sound Recorder

    3. To play a sound file, click the Play button 4. To stop playing, click the Stop button 5. You may use the Fast Forward button move to the beginning of a file or the Fast Back- ward button to the end. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard - 106 -...

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting

    5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support\Motherboard\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's website. Q: In the BIOS Setup program, why are some BIOS options missing? A: Some advanced options are hidden in the BIOS Setup program. Press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST.

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting Procedure

    Turn on the power to start the computer. Press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Fail-Safe Defaults" (or "Load Optimized Defaults"). Select "Save & Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. GA-EP45-DS5 Motherboard START (Continued...) - 108 - Isolate the short circuit.
  • Page 109 When the computer is turned on, is the CPU cooler running? Check if there is display on your monitor. Turn off the computer. Plugg in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Check if the keyboard is working properly. Press <Delete>...

  • Page 110: Regulatory Statements

    "end of life" product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement.
  • Page 111 Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.
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  • Page 116 WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.co.yu Kazakhstan WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.kz You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website. To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/ Marketing) question, please link to : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw...

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