Gigabyte GA-945GCM-S2 User Manual

Gigabyte GA-945GCM-S2 User Manual

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GA-945GCM-S2
GA-945GCMX-S2
Intel
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Pentium
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User's Manual
Rev. 6602
12ME-945CMX2R-6602R
* The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste
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  • Page 1 GA-945GCM-S2 GA-945GCMX-S2 Intel Core 2 Extreme dual-core / Core 2 Duo / ® Intel Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron D LGA775 Processor Motherboard ® ® ® ® User's Manual Rev. 6602 12ME-945CMX2R-6602R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
  • Page 4 Gigabyte's prior written permission. Specifications and features are subject to change without prior notice. Product Manual Classification In order to assist in the use of this product, Gigabyte has categorized the user manual in the following: For detailed product information and specifications, please carefully read the "Product User Manual".
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Item Checklist ......................... 7 Optional Accessories ...................... 7 GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout ................. 8 GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout ................9 Block Diagram ......................10 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................11 Considerations Prior to Installation ..............11 Feature Summary ..................12 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler ............
  • Page 6 Chapter 3 Install Drivers ..................... 53 Install Chipset Drivers ..................53 Software Applications ..................54 Driver CD Information ..................54 Hardware Information ..................55 Contact Us ..................... 55 Chapter 4 Appendix ....................57 Unique Software Utilities ................57 4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction ..................57 4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction .................
  • Page 7: Item Checklist

    Item Checklist IDE Cable x 1 and FDD Cable x 1 SATA 3Gb/s Cable x 2 I/O Shield * The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice. Optional Accessories 2 Ports USB 2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-51/R) 4 Ports USB 2.0 Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1UB030-21/R) S/PDIF In and Out Cable (Part Number: 12CR1-1SPINO-11/R) SATA bracket (Part No.
  • Page 8: Ga-945Gcmx-S2 Motherboard Layout

    GA-945GCMX-S2 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 R_USB SYS_FAN Intel ® AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE_16 RTL8110SC PCI1 PCI2 Intel ICH7 ® PCIE_4 BATTERY BIOS CLR_CMOS F_USB1 CODEC F_USB2 COMB PWR_LED F_PANEL CD_IN SPDIF_IO - 8 -...
  • Page 9: Ga-945Gcm-S2 Motherboard Layout

    GA-945GCM-S2 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V LGA775 R_USB SYS_FAN Intel ® AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE_16 RTL8110SC PCI1 PCI2 Intel ICH7 ® BATTERY PCI3 BIOS CLR_CMOS F_USB1 CODEC F_USB2 COMB PWR_LED F_PANEL CD_IN SPDIF_IO - 9 -...
  • Page 10: Block Diagram

    FSB 1333 MHz Core 2 CPU with DDR2 533 (or above) memory module(s). (Note 2) Use of a 1066/800 MHz FSB CPU is required if you wish to install DDR2 667 MHz memory. Only for GA-945GCMX-S2. Only for GA-945GCM-S2. - 10 -...
  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

    2. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual. 3. Damage due to improper installation. 4. Damage due to use of uncertified components. 5. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters. 6. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 11 - Hardware Installation...
  • Page 12: Feature Summary

    1 CD In connector 1 S/PDIF In/Out connector 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 ports by cables 1 COMB connector 1 Chassis Intrusion connector 1 power LED connector Only for GA-945GCMX-S2. Only for GA-945GCM-S2. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 12 -...
  • Page 13 Rear Panel I/O 1 PS/2 keyboard port 1 PS/2 mouse port 1 parallel port 1 serial port 1 D-Sub port 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 RJ-45 port 6 audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In/Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out)/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Side Speaker Out) I/O Control IT8718 chip...
  • Page 14: Installation Of The Cpu And Cpu Cooler

    Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions: Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly.
  • Page 15: Installation Of The Cpu Cooler

    1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler Male Push Pin The top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Fig.1 Fig. 2 Please apply an even layer of CPU cooler paste (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to on the surface of the installed CPU.
  • Page 16: Installation Of Memory

    Installation of Memory Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions: 1. Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used. 2.
  • Page 17 Dual Channel Memory Configuration The GA-945GCMX-S2/GA-945GCM-S2 supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the bandwidth of memory bus will double. The GA-945GCMX-S2/GA-945GCM-S2 includes 2 DIMM sockets. If you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due to the limitation of Intel chipset specifications.
  • Page 18: Installation Of Expansion Cards

    Installation of Expansion Cards To install your expansion card, follow the steps below. 1. Disconnect your system from its power source and read the expansion card's installation manual before installing the expansion card in the computer. 2. Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. Ground yourself to prevent damage to your computer resulting from Electrostatic discharge (ESD).
  • Page 19: I/O Back Panel Introduction

    I/O Back Panel Introduction PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the lower port (purple). Parallel Port The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices. Serial Port Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
  • Page 20: Connectors Introduction

    MIC In The default MIC In jack. Microphone must be connected to MIC In jack. In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic In jack ( ).
  • Page 21 1/2) ATX_12V / ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard and connect tightly.
  • Page 22 3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector) The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin/4-pin(CPU_FAN) power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design. Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage.
  • Page 23 6) IDE (IDE Connector) An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).
  • Page 24 8) PWR_LED The PWR_LED connector is connected with the system power indicator to indicate whether the system is on/off. It will blink when the system enters suspend mode(S1). Pin No. Definition MPD+ MPD- MPD- 9) BATTERY Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 25: Front Panel Jumper

    10) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper) Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc. of your chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below. Message LED/ Speaker Connector Power Power/ Switch Sleep LED Reset Switch IDE Hard Disk Active LED...
  • Page 26 11) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Connector) This connector supports either HD (High Definition) or AC'97 front panel audio module. If you wish to use the front audio function, connect the front panel audio module to this connector. Check the pin assignments carefully while you connect the front panel audio module. Incorrect connection between the module and connector will make the audio device unable to work or even damage it.
  • Page 27 13) SPDIF_IO (S/PDIF In/Out Connector) The S/PDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to an external Dolby Digital Decoder. Use this feature only when your stereo system has digital input function. Use S/PDIF IN feature only when your device has digital output function. Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IO connector.
  • Page 28 15) COMB (COMB Connector) Be careful with the polarity of the COMB connector. Check the pin assignments while you connect the COMB cable. Please contact your nearest dealer for optional COMB cable. Pin No. Definition NDCDB- NSINB NSOUTB NDTRB- NDSRB- NRTSB- NCTSB- NRIB-...
  • Page 29 17) CI (Chassis Intrusion, Case Open) This 2-pin connector allows your system to detect if the chassis cover is removed. You can check the "Case Opened" status in BIOS Setup. Pin No. Definition Signal - 29 - Hardware Installation...
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  • Page 31: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    CMOS SETUP screen. You can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1". If you wish to upgrade to a new BIOS, either GIGABYTE's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can be used. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system.
  • Page 32: The Main Menu (For Example: Ga-945Gcmx-S2 Bios Ver. : F5A)

    <F12>: Boot Menu Select boot sequence for onboard (or add-on cards) device. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2007, Award Software, Inc. Intel I945 BIOS for 945GCMX-S2 F5a <F12>: For Boot Menu <DEL>:BIOS Setup/Q-Flash <F9>:XpressRecovery2 <F12>:Boot Menu <End>:Qflash 05/25/2007-I945-6A79TG0OC-00 Use <...
  • Page 33 Standard CMOS Features This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS. Advanced BIOS Features This setup page includes all the items of Award special enhanced features. Integrated Peripherals This setup page includes all onboard peripherals. Power Management Setup This setup page includes all the items of Green function features.
  • Page 34: Standard Cmos Features

    Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Tue, Jun 5 2007 Item Help Time (hh:mm:ss) 14:31:24 Menu Level IDE Channel 0 Master [None] IDE Channel 0 Slave [None] IDE Channel 2 Master [None] IDE Channel 2 Slave [None]...
  • Page 35 Access Mode Use this to set the access mode for the hard drive. The two options are: Large/Auto(default:Auto) Capacity Capacity of currently installed hard drive. Hard drive information should be labeled on the outside drive casing. Enter the appropriate option based on this information.
  • Page 36: Advanced Bios Features

    Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features Hard Disk Boot Priority [Press Enter] Item Help First Boot Device [Floppy] Menu Level Second Boot Device [Hard Disk] Third Boot Device [CDROM] Password Check [Setup] HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability [Disabled] Limit CPUID Max.
  • Page 37 HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability This feature allows your hard disk to report read/write errors and to issue warnings when third- party hardware monitor utility is installed. Enabled Enable HDD S.M.A.R.T. capability. Disabled Disable HDD S.M.A.R.T. capability. (Default value) Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note) Enabled Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4.
  • Page 38: Integrated Peripherals

    Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Integrated Peripherals On-Chip Primary PCI IDE [Enabled] Item Help On-Chip SATA Mode [Auto] Menu Level x PATA IDE Set to Ch.0 Master/Slave SATA Port 0/2 Set to Ch.2 Master/Slave SATA Port 1/3 Set to Ch.3 Master/Slave USB Controller [Enabled]...
  • Page 39 USB 2.0 Controller You can disable this function if you are not using onboard USB 2.0 feature. Enabled Enable USB 2.0 controller. (Default value) Disabled Disable USB 2.0 controller. USB Keyboard Support Enabled Enable USB keyboard support. Disabled Disable USB keyboard support. (Default value) USB Mouse Support Enabled Enable USB mouse support.
  • Page 40 SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software SMART LAN Start detecting at Port..Item Help Pair1-2 Status = Open / Length 0.0m Menu Level Pair3-6 Status = Open / Length 0.0m Pair4-5 Status = Open / Length 0.0m...
  • Page 41 Onboard LAN Boot ROM This function decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip. Enabled Enable this function. Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Onboard Serial Port 1 Auto BIOS will automatically setup the port 1 address. 3F8/IRQ4 Enable onboard Serial port 1 and address is 3F8/IRQ4.
  • Page 42: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type [S1(POS)] Item Help Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN [Instant-Off] Menu Level PME Event Wake Up [Enabled] Power On by Ring [Enabled] Resume by Alarm [Disabled] x Date (of Month) Alarm Everyday x Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm 0 : 0 : 0...
  • Page 43 Power On By Keyboard Disabled Disable this function. (Default value) Password Enter from 1 to 5 characters to set the keyboard power on password. Keyboard 98 If your keyboard have "POWER Key" button, you can press the key to power on the system.
  • Page 44: Pnp/Pci Configurations

    Auto assign IRQ to PCI 2. (Default value) 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 2. PCI 3 IRQ Assignment Auto Auto assign IRQ to PCI 3. (Default value) 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Set IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to PCI 3. Only for GA-945GCM-S2. GA-945GCM(X)-S2 Motherboard - 44 -...
  • Page 45: Pc Health Status

    PC Health Status CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status [Disabled] Item Help Case Opened Menu Level Vcore DDR18V +3.3V +12V Current CPU Temperature Current CPU FAN Speed 2880 RPM Current SYSTEM FAN Speed CPU Warning Temperature [Disabled] CPU FAN Fail Warning...
  • Page 46 CPU Smart FAN Control Disabled Disable this function. Enabled When this function is enabled, CPU fan will run at different speed depending on CPU temperature. Users can adjust the fan speed with Easy Tune based on their requirements. (Default value) CPU Smart FAN Mode This option is available only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled.
  • Page 47: Frequency/Voltage Control

    Frequency/Voltage Control CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Frequency/Voltage Control CPU Clock Ratio (Note) [18X] Item Help O.C FSB1333 Core. 2 CPU1 [Disabled] Menu Level CPU Host Clock Control [Disabled] x CPU Host Frequency(Mhz) x PCI Express Frequency Auto System Memory Multiplier [Auto] Memory Frequency (Mhz)
  • Page 48 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) When you use a PCI Express x16 graphics card: Auto Set PCI Express frequency automatically. (Default value) 90~150 Set PCI Express frequency from 90 MHz to 150 MHz. When you use a onboard VGA port: Auto Set PCI Express frequency automatically.
  • Page 49: Load Fail-Safe Defaults

    Load Fail-Safe Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults Advanced BIOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Supervisor Password Power Management Setup Set User Password Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N)? N PnP/PCI Configurations Save &...
  • Page 50: Set Supervisor/User Password

    2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults Advanced BIOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Supervisor Password Power Management Setup Set User Password PnP/PCI Configurations Save & Exit Setup Enter Password: PC Health Status Exit Without Saving...
  • Page 51: Save & Exit Setup

    2-11 Save & Exit Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults Advanced BIOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Supervisor Password Power Management Setup Set User Password Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y PnP/PCI Configurations Save &...
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  • Page 53: Chapter 3 Install Drivers

    Chapter 3 Install Drivers Pictures below are shown in Windows XP. Insert the driver CD-title that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive, the driver CD-title will auto start and show the installation guide. If not, please double click the CD-ROM device icon in "My computer", and execute the Run.exe.
  • Page 54: Software Applications

    Software Applications This page displays all the tools that Gigabyte developed and some free software, you can choose anyone you want and press "install" to install them. Driver CD Information This page lists the contents of software and drivers in this CD-title.
  • Page 55: Hardware Information

    Hardware Information This page lists all device you have for this motherboard. Contact Us Please see the last page for details. - 55 - Install Drivers...
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  • Page 57: Chapter 4 Appendix

    Toggles between Easy and Advance Mode Display screen Display panel of CPU frequency Function display LEDs Shows the current functions status GIGABYTE Logo Log on to GIGABYTE website Help button Display EasyTune 5 Help file Exit or Minimize button Quit or Minimize EasyTune...
  • Page 58: Xpress Recovery2 Introduction

    4-1-2 Xpress Recovery2 Introduction Xpress Recovery2 is designed to provide quick backup and restora- tion of hard disk data. Supporting Microsoft operating systems including Windows XP/2000/NT/98/Me and DOS, and file systems including FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS, Xpress Recovery2 is able to back up data on hard disks on PATA and SATA IDE controllers.
  • Page 59 The Main Screen of Xpress Recovery2 1. RESTORE: Restore the backed-up data to your hard disk. (This button will not appear if there is no backup file.) 2. BACKUP: Back up data from hard disk. 3. REMOVE: Remove previously-created backup files to release disk space.
  • Page 60: Flash Bios Method Introduction

    Before Use: Follow the steps below before using Q-Flash to update BIOS: 1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model. 2. Extract the downloaded BIOS files and save the new BIOS file (e.g. 9gcmxs2.F1) to your floppy disk or hard disk.
  • Page 61 c . Select the BIOS file and press ENTER. Make sure again the BIOS file matches your motherboard model. Step 2: The process of system reading the BIOS file from the floppy disk is displayed on the screen. When the message "Are you sure to update BIOS?" appears, press ENTER. The BIOS update will begin and the current process will be displayed.
  • Page 62 Windows. Just select the desired @BIOS server to download the latest version of BIOS. Fig 1. Installing the @BIOS utility Fig 2. Installation Complete and Run @BIOS Click Start/ Programs/ GIGABYTE/@BIOS/@BIOS Select @BIOS item than click Install Fig 4. Select the desired @BIOS server Fig 3. The @BIOS Utility Click "...
  • Page 63 III. In method I, if the BIOS file you need cannot be found in @BIOS server, please go onto Gigabyte's web site for downloading and updating it according to method II. IV. Please note that any interruption during updating will cause system unbooted.
  • Page 64: 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction

    4-1-4 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction The default speaker settings for the 6 audio jacks are as shown in the picture to the right. The jack retasking capability supported by HD Audio allows Center/Subwoofer Line In users to change the function for each audio jack by Speaker Out...
  • Page 65 STEP 2: In the Audio Control Panel, click the Audio I/O tab. In the upper left list, click 2CH Speaker. STEP 3: Connect a speaker or headphone to the rear Line Out jack, a small window will pop up and ask you what type of equipment is connected.
  • Page 66 STEP 2: In the Audio Control Panel, click the Audio I/O tab. In the upper left list, click 4CH Speaker. STEP 3: Connect the 4-channel speakers to the audio jacks on the motherboard and the surround cable, a small window will pop up and ask you what type of equipment is connected.
  • Page 67 STEP 2: In the Audio Control Panel, click the Audio I/O tab. In the upper left list, click 6CH Speaker. STEP 3: Connect the 6-channel speakers to the audio jacks on the motherboard and the surround cable, a small window will pop up and ask you what type of equipment is connected.
  • Page 68 STEP 2: In the Audio Control Panel, click the Audio I/O tab. In the upper left list, click 8CH Speaker. STEP 3: Connect the 8-channel speakers to the audio jacks on the motherboard and the surround cable, a small window will pop up and ask you what type of equipment is connected.
  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Below is a collection of general asked questions. To check general asked questions based on a specific motherboard model, please log on to http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Question 1: I cannot see some options that were included in previous BIOS after updating BIOS. Why? Answer: Some advanced options are hidden in new BIOS version.
  • Page 70 Contact Us Taiwan (Headquarters) China GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. NINGBO G.B.T. TECH. TRADING CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Bau Chiang Road, Hsin-Tien, WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.cn Taipei 231, Taiwan Shanghai TEL: +886-2-8912-4888 TEL: +86-21-63410999 FAX: +886-2-8912-4003 FAX: +86-21-63410100 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : Beijing http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw...
  • Page 71 Czech Republic WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.co.yu Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd. You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in CZECH REPUBLIC in the language list on the top right corner of the website. WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.cz Turkey Representative Office Of GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd.
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