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under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
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Version 1.0
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern-
ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Preface
Preface

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  • Page 1 Preface Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. Version 1.0 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- causing Equipment Regulations.
  • Page 3: Chapter 1 Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the G41T-R2 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA775 socket for Conroe/Presler/Wolfdale/Yorkfireld series processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets. ® ®...
  • Page 4 Feature Processor The motherboard uses an LGA775 type of Conroe/Presler/Wolfdale/Yorkfireld series processors that carries the following features: • Conroe/Presler/Wolfdale/Yorkfireld series processors • Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800 MHz ® • LGA775 socket for latest Intel 45nm Multi-Core processors Chipset ®...
  • Page 5: Onboard Lan

    Onboard LAN • Compliants with PCI Express. 1.1 • Integrated 10/100 transceiver • Supports Wake-on-LAN and remote wakeup Audio This motherboard may support either of the following Audio chipsets: • 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio Codec • Exceeds Microsoft Windows Logo Program (WLP) Requirements •...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications • LGA775 socket for Conroe/Presler/Wolfdale/Yorkfireld se- ries processors • Intel G41 & ICH7 Express Chipset Chipset North Bridge: Intel G41 South Bridge: ICH7 • Dual-channel DDR2 memory architecture Memory • 2 x 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets support up to 8 GB •...
  • Page 7 Motherboard Components Introducing the Motherboard...
  • Page 8 Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS LGA775 socket for Conroe/Presler/Wolfdale/Yorkfireld series 1. CPU Socket processors 2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector 3. DDR2_1~2 240-pin DDR2 SDRAM slots 4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector 5. IDE Primary IDE channel 6. SPK Speaker header 7.
  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions • Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid dam- age from static electricity • Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard •...
  • Page 10: Checking Jumper Settings

    Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard. Checking Jumper Settings This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard. Setting Jumpers Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered.
  • Page 11: Checking Jumper Settings

    Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Jumper Settings Jumper Type Description Setting (default) 1-2: NORMAL 2-3: CLEAR CLR_CMOS 3-pin CLEAR CMOS Before clearing the CLR_CMOS CMOS, make sure to turn the system off.
  • Page 12: Installing Hardware

    Installing Hardware Installing the Processor Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface- mount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
  • Page 13: Cpu Installation Procedure

    CPU Installation Procedure The following illustration shows CPU installation components. A. Read and follow the instructions shown on the sticker on the CPU cap. B. Unload the cap · Use thumb & forefinger to hold the lifting tab of the cap. ·...
  • Page 14: Installing Memory Modules

    Installing Memory Modules This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It runs at dual-channel DDR2 800/667 MHz memory speed. The total memory capacity is 8 GB. DDR2 SDRAM memory module table Memory module Memory Bus DDR2 667 333 MHz DDR2 800 400 MHz You must install at least one module in any of the two slots.
  • Page 15 Table A: DDR2 (memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List) The following DDR2 1066/800/667/533 memory modules have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Type Size Vendor Module Nam e 512 MB Samsung PC2-4200U-4444-10-B1 DDR2 533 1 GB A-data A-DATA/Vitesta 512 MB Micron...
  • Page 16 Type Size Vendor Module Nam e A-DATA M2GVD6G3I41P0U1E5E AU01GE800C5KBGC Apacer 78.01GAO.9K5 78.01GA0.9L5 Geil Geil Millenary Hynix HYMP112U64CP8-S6 AB KingMax KLDD48F-B8KU5 NGES DDR2 800 1 GB KVR800D2N5/1G 1.8V 9905316- Kingston 054.A01LF Nanya NT1GT64U88D0BY-AD Ramaxel RML1320EH38D7F-800 Samsung Golden Bar M378T2953EZ3-CE7 0726 Samsung M378T2863EHS-CF7 0849 Transcend 507301-1571...
  • Page 17 Type Size Vendor Module Nam e A-DATA Red A-DATA M2OMI6H3J4720L1C5Z 78.A1GAO.9K4 Apacer 78.A1GC0.9L4 CORSAIR CM2X2048-6400C5 Geil Geil Platium Edition Hynix HYMP125U64CP8-S6 AB KingMax KLDE88F-B8KU5 NHES 2 GB KVR800D2N5/2G DDR2 800 Kingston KVR800D2N6/2G-SP Micron MT16HTF25664AY-800E1 Nanya NT2GT64U8HD0BY-AD AL8E8F73C-8E1 M378T5663QZ3-CF7 Samsung M378T5663EH3-CF7 Unifosa GU342G0ALEPR692C6CE Kingston...
  • Page 18: Installing Add-On Cards

    Expansion Slots Installing Add-on Cards The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can in- crease the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.
  • Page 19 Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
  • Page 20: Connecting Optional Devices

    Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: SATA1~2: Serial ATA connectors These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest data transfer rates (3.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It elimi- nates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface.
  • Page 21 F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB headers The motherboard has four USB ports installed on the rear edge I/O port array. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.
  • Page 22: Installing A Hard Disk Drive/Cd-Rom/Sata Hard Drive

    CASE: Chassis intrusion detect header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS. Pin 1-2 Function Short Chassis cover is removed Open Chassis cover is closed Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install IDE devices such as a hard disk drive and a CD-...
  • Page 23 SATA cable SATA power cable (optional) (optional) Refer to the illustration below for proper installation: Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard. Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive. Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other end to the power supply.
  • Page 24: Connecting I/O Devices

    Connecting I/O Devices The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports: PS2 Mouse Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 pointing device. PS2 Keyboard Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port.
  • Page 25: Connecting Case Components

    Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL. Connect the case speaker cable to SPK.
  • Page 26 Connecting 4-pin power cable The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V match perfectly. 4-pin power cable CPU_FAN: CPU Cooling FAN Power Connector Signal Name Function System Ground...
  • Page 27: Reset/Power Switch

    ATX12V: ATX 12V Power Connector Signal Name Ground Ground +12V +12V Front Panel Header The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or micro-ATX cases. Refer to the table below for informa- tion: Signal Function...
  • Page 28 Memo Installing the Motherboard...
  • Page 29: Using Bios

    Chapter 3 Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS. The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters.
  • Page 30: Resetting The Default Cmos Values

    Press the delete key to access the BIOS Setup Utility. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Standard CMOS Setup Frequency/Voltage Control Advanced Setup Load Default Settings Advanced Chipset Setup Supervisor Password Integrated Peripherals User Password Power Management Setup Save &...
  • Page 31: Bios Navigation Keys

    Using BIOS When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options.
  • Page 32: Standard Cmos Setup

    Standard CMOS Setup This option displays basic information about your system. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Standard CMOS Setup Help Item Date Fri 02/26/2010 Time 00 :02 :24 Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to Primary IDE Master Not Detected select a field.
  • Page 33 Type (Auto) Use this item to configure the type of the IDE device that you specify. If the feature is enabled, it will enhance hard disk performance by reading or writing more data during each transfer. LBA/Large Mode (Auto) Use this item to set the LBA/Large mode to enhance hard disk performance by optimizing the area the hard disk is visited each time.
  • Page 34: Advanced Setup

    2.Freq.>=2.8GHz FSB533 1st Boot Device Hard Drive 2nd Boot Device CD/DVD 3rd Boot Device Removable Dev. Boot Other Device ECS eJIFFY Function Disabled : Move Enter : Select +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help F9: Load Default Settings Thermal Management (Enabled) This item displays CPU’s temperature and enables you to set a safe temperature to...
  • Page 35 ECS eJIFFY Function (Disabled) Use this item to enable or disable the ECS eJIFFY Function. eJIFFY is ECS unique software program for the quick access to the internet without entering O.S. Please refer to Chapter 5 to know more about eJIFFY.
  • Page 36: Advanced Chipset Setup

    Advanced Chipset Setup This page sets up more advanced information about your system. Handle this page with caution. Any changes can affect the operation of your computer. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Chipset Setup DRAM Frequency Auto Help Item...
  • Page 37: Integrated Peripherals

    Integrated Peripherals This page sets up some parameters for peripheral devices connected to the system. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Integrated Peripherals Onboard IDE Controller Enabled Help Item Onboard SATA Controller Enhanced Onboard Audio Function Enabled DISABLED: disables the Onboard LAN Function...
  • Page 38: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Power Management Setup Help Item ACPI Suspend Type PWRON After PWR-Fail Power Off Select the ACPI Resume By RING Disabled state used for...
  • Page 39: Pc Health Status

    PCI/PnP Setup This page sets up some parameters for devices installed on the PCI bus and those utilizing the system plug and play capability. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. PCI/PnP Setup Help Item Init Display First Select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot...
  • Page 40 Smart Fan Function (Press Enter) Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Smart Fan Function Help Item Smart Fan Function Enabled Options SMART Fan Mode Normal high Limit Temperature (¢...
  • Page 41 CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Smart Fan Function Help Item Smart Fan Function Enabled SMART Fan Mode Quiet Options high Limit Temperature (¢ J) Normal: auto adjusts Low Limit Temperature (¢ J) depending on the CPU High Limit PWM temperature.
  • Page 42 F1:General Help F9: Load Default Settings Press <Esc> to return to the Smart Fan Mode page. ECS supports the latest PECI host technology. While using Core 2 Quad or Core 2 Duo CPU which supports PECI, the original images of the BIOS item “PC Health Status”...
  • Page 43 Shutdown Temperature (Disabled) Enable you to set the maximum temperature the system can reach before powering down. System Component Characteristics These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as System & CPU temperature, CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & system fan speed,...etc.
  • Page 44: Load Default Settings

    Frequency/Voltage Control This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have in- stalled in your system. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Frequency/Voltage Control Help Item Manufacturer: Intel...
  • Page 45: Supervisor Password

    Supervisor Password This page helps you install or change a password. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Supervisor Password Help Item Supervisor Password : Not Installed Install or Change the Change Supervisor Password Press Enter password. : Move Enter : Select +/-/: Value...
  • Page 46: Updating Bios

    Save & Exit Setup Highlight this item and press <Enter> to save the changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility. When the Save and Exit dialog box appears, select [OK] to save and exit, or select [Cancel] to return to the main menu. Exit Without Saving Highlight this item and press <Enter>...
  • Page 47: About The Software Dvd-Rom/Cd-Rom

    Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM The support software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM that is included in the motherboard package contains all the drivers and utility programs needed to properly run the bundled products. Below you can find a brief description of each software program, and the location for your motherboard version.
  • Page 48: Running Setup

    Drivers Tab Setup Click the Setup button to run the software installation program. Select from the menu which software you want to install. Browse CD The Browse CD button is the standard Windows command that al- lows you to open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support disk.
  • Page 49 Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recom- mended. Click Next run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items. Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence.
  • Page 50: Manual Installation

    Windows Vista/7 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Allow” to install the next driver. Continue this process to complete the drivers installation. Manual Installation Insert the disk in the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive and locate the PATH.DOC file in the root directory.
  • Page 51: Setting Up Ejiffy

    Note: eJIFFY is ECS optional feature utility corresponding to the DVD activation and BIOS setup. Please check the hard copy user’s guide or product color-box to see if the model has embodded eJIFFY feature.
  • Page 52: Installation And Bios Setup

    DVD Activation Finish the DVD utility setup, and then set the BIOS to complete eJIFFY activation. 1. Insert ECS software utility DVD and enter below “Utilities” screen. Click eJIFFY feature item to install. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish eJIFFY setup.
  • Page 53 3. After setting up eJIFFY under Windows, you can switch eJIFFY display/keyboard language from English to your local language. The changes will be applied after rebooting. Note: The keyboard language selection list offers several more regional keyboard setups to switch with the default English typing. Please refer to the usage FAQ for more tips.
  • Page 54 Setup button on the post screen to enter the BIOS setup page after boot up. 5. And then enter the Advanced Setup page to enable the item ECS eJIFFY Func- tion. Press F10 to save the configuration and exit. Restart your computer.
  • Page 55: Entering Ejiffy

    Entering eJIFFY The post screen appears within several seconds after boot up and it has three buttons on it, Operating system, eJIFFY and BIOS Setup. Click to enter the normal OS you have installed such as Windows. Click to enter eJIFFY OS. Click to set the BIOS.
  • Page 56: Feature Icons

    Feature Icons The following illustration shows the main feature icons that eJIFFY provides on the menu. eWeb: Firefox for web browsing/webmail and watching flash video. ePix: Photo viewing. ePal: On-line chat tool to use the most popular IMs in the world. (MSN, ICQ , AIM, etc.) Shows ePal on-line connection status.
  • Page 57: Usage Faq

    Usage FAQ Language Control Panel: Besides setting English as the default interface, eJIFFY offers multi-language displays and keyboard settings for language- switch. Open the language control panel to select a preferable language setting. Keyboard Language Setup Step1. Click to open the language control panel. Step 2: Click “Keyboard Language”...
  • Page 58 Click to enable all possible language inputs you want to apply, and click “ A p p l y ” : Move your mouse pointer on the text box and press Ctrl+Space. The language bar will then appear as fol- lows.
  • Page 59 How to change display language? Open the Language Control Panel and click to show the display language list. Check your desired display language. Your selected display language will be applied after rebooting. Note: Details about eJIFFY please refer to eJIFFY in disk. Setting Up eJIFFY...
  • Page 60 Memo Setting Up eJIFFY...
  • Page 61: Start Up Problems During Assembly

    Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips.
  • Page 62: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up. 1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Ensure the CPU fan is working properly. 2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed.
  • Page 64 Memo Trouble Shooting...

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