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Summarization of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Package Checklist
Lists included items in the product package.
1.2 Specifications
Details the technical specifications of the mainboard and its components.
1.3 Mainboard Layout
Illustrates the physical layout and component placement on the mainboard.
1.3.1 Intel 945GC(V1.0)
Diagram of the Intel 945GC(V1.0) mainboard layout.
1.3.2 Intel 945GC(V2.0)
Diagram of the Intel 945GC(V2.0) mainboard layout.
1.4 Connecting Rear Panel I/O Devices
Explains how to connect external devices to the rear I/O ports.
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup
2.1 Choosing a Computer Chassis
Guidance on selecting a suitable computer chassis for the mainboard.
2.2 Installing Mainboard
Step-by-step instructions for mounting the mainboard into the chassis.
2.3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler
Procedures for installing the CPU and its associated cooling solution.
2.3.1 Installation of the CPU
Detailed steps for physically installing the CPU into the socket.
2.3.2 Installation of the CPU Cooler
Instructions for correctly mounting the CPU cooler.
2.4 Installation of Memory Modules
Guide on installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.
Dual-Channel Memory installation (For Intel 945GC(V2.0) Only)
Configuration for Dual Channel Memory on Intel 945GC(V2.0) boards.
2.5 Connecting Peripheral Devices
Instructions for connecting various peripheral devices to the mainboard.
2.5.1 Floppy and IDE Disk Drive Connectors
How to connect floppy and IDE hard drives using ribbon cables.
2.5.2 Serial ATA Connectors
Details on connecting SATA hard drives using SATA cables.
2.5.3 PCI and PCI Express slots
Information on installing cards into PCI and PCI Express slots.
Chapter 3 Jumpers & Headers Setup
3.1 Checking Jumper Settings
Explains how to identify and set jumper configurations on the mainboard.
3.2 CMOS Memory Clearing Header
Procedure to clear CMOS settings using the JBAT1 jumper.
3.3 Keyboard Power Function(JKB)
Configuration for enabling system power-on via keyboard.
3.4 FAN Power Connectors
Details on connecting cooling fans to the mainboard headers.
3.5 Front Panel Switches & Indicators Headers
Connects case switches and LEDs to the mainboard headers.
3.6 Additional USB Port Headers
Details on connecting USB devices to front panel headers.
3.7 Front Panel Audio Connection Header
Connects front panel audio jacks to the mainboard.
3.8 Internal Audio Connectors
Connects CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the motherboard.
3.9 ATX Power Input Connectors
Explains the ATX power connectors for the mainboard.
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup Utility
4.1 About BIOS Setup
Introduction to the BIOS Setup program and its functions.
4.2 To Run BIOS Setup
Instructions on how to access the BIOS setup menu.
4.3 About CMOS
Explanation of CMOS memory and its role in storing BIOS settings.
4.4 The POST (Power On Self Test)
Description of the Power-On Self Test process during system startup.
4.5 BIOS Setup — CMOS Setup Utility
Overview of the CMOS Setup Utility's main menu and options.
4.5.1 CMOS Setup Utility
Details on navigating and interacting with the BIOS setup interface.
4.5.2 Control Keys
Explains the keyboard shortcuts used within the BIOS setup utility.
4.5.3 Standard CMOS Features
Configuration of basic system settings like date, time, and drive parameters.
4.5.4 Advanced BIOS Features
Advanced settings related to CPU, boot devices, and system behavior.
4.5.5 Advanced Chipset Features
Settings for optimizing chipset performance and integrated graphics.
4.5.6 Integrated Peripherals
Configuration options for onboard devices like IDE, SATA, and USB controllers.
4.5.7 Power Management Setup
Settings for managing system power consumption and ACPI features.
4.5.8 PnP PCI Configuration
Configuration for Plug and Play and PCI resource allocation.
4.5.9 PC Health Status
Monitoring of system temperature, voltage, fan speeds, and other health parameters.
4.5.10 Frequency/Voltage Control
Advanced settings for CPU and memory clock speeds and voltages.
4.5.11 Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Restores system settings to stable, fail-safe defaults.
4.5.12 Load Optimized Defaults
Restores system settings to optimized performance defaults.
4.5.13 Set Supervisor/User Password
Setting passwords for system access and BIOS configuration.
4.5.14 Save & Exit Setup
Saves current BIOS settings and exits the setup utility.
4.5.15 Exit Without Saving
Discards changes and exits the BIOS setup utility.
Chapter 5 Driver Installation
Mainboard Driver installation Utility
Accesses the utility for installing mainboard drivers.
Useful Software Utility
Accesses the utility for installing additional software.
Browse CD
Allows browsing the contents of the driver CD.
Intel Chipset Installation Utility
Installs the Intel Chipset drivers for system stability.
Intel Chipset VGA Graphics Driver
Installs graphics drivers for the integrated Intel chipset.
LAN Driver
Installs drivers for the onboard LAN controller.
Audio Driver
Installs drivers for the onboard audio chipset.
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