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  • Page 3 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 4: 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 5: Table Of Contents

    T T T T T ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction..................1 Feature....................2 Motherboard Components.............5 Chapter 2 7 7 7 7 7 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions................7 Choosing a Computer Case.............7 Installing the Motherboard in a Case..........7...
  • Page 6 Integrated Peripherals............34 Power Management Setup..........35 PCI/PnP Setup..............36 PC Health Status...............37 Frequency/Voltage Control..........39 Load Default Settings............40 Supervisor Password............40 User Password..............41 Save & Exit Setup...............41 Exit Without Saving............41 Updating the BIOS..............42 Chapter 4 43 43 43 43 Using the Motherboard Software About the Software CD-ROM............43 Auto-installing under Windows Vista.........43 Running Setup..............44 Manual Installation................48...

  • Page 7: Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the G43T-WM motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA775 socket ® Intel Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.

  • Page 8: Feature

    Feature Processor ® The motherboard uses an LGA775 type of Intel Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo processors that carries the following features: ® • Accommodates Intel Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo processors • Supports a system bus (FSB) of 1333/1066/800 MHz •...

  • Page 9: Onboard Lan

    Audio • All DACs support 192K/96K/48K/44.1KHz DAC sample rate • High-quality analog differential CD input • Software selectable 2.5V/3.75V VREFOUT • Meets Microsoft WLP 3.08 audio requirements • Direct Sound 3D compatible Onboard LAN • Integrated Intel 82567V Gigabit Ethernet Controller for PCI Express Applications •...
  • Page 10 BIOS Firmware This motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system features including the following: • Power management • Wake-up alarms • CPU parameters • CPU and memory timing The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds.

  • Page 11: Motherboard Components

    Motherboard Components Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS ® 1. CPU Socket Intel Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo processors CPUs CPU cooling fan connector 2. CPU_FAN 3. DIMM1/3 240-pin DDR2 SDRAM slots Floppy disk drive connector 4. FDD1 5. ATX_POWER1 Standard 24-pin ATX power connector 6.
  • Page 12 Memo Introducing the Motherboard...

  • Page 13: 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 14: 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 15: 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 CMOS, make sure to turn CLR_CMOS off the system.

  • Page 16: 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 17: 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 18: Installing Memory Modules

    Installing Memory Modules This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin DDR2 800/667. The total memory capacity is 4 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 19 Table A: DDR2 (memory module) QVL (Qualified Vendor List) The following DDR2 800/667 memory modules and combination have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Type Size Vendor Module Name Ramxel RML1520M38D6F-667 512 MB Samsung K4T51083QC AU01GE667C5KBGC/Apacer/AM4B5708 CPJS7E0810C Apacer 78.91G92.9K5 78.01G9O.9K5...
  • Page 20 Type Size Vendor Module Nam e HYS64T64020HU-2.5- Infineon A/Infineon/HYB18T256 800AF25 Kingston KVR800D2N5/512 512 MB Micron MT8HTF6464AY-80ED4 HYS72T64000HU-2.5- Qimonda B/Qimonda/HYB18T512800BF25 M2GVD6G3I41P0U1E5E/A- A-DATA DATA/VD29608A8D-25EG-E0722 AET760UD00- Aeneon 30DB97X/Aeneon/AET93R250B 0725 AET760UD00-25DC08X AU01GE800C5KBGC/Apacer/AM4B5708 Apacer JQJS8E0749D 78.01GA0.9K5 GEIL Geil MILLENARY/Geil/GL2L64M088BA18H Hexon ELPT7AUDR-25M48 1 GB KHX6400D2ULK2/2G Kingston KVR800D2N5/1G IMEAER422LA0112 MEAER421LA0110-08A6...

  • Page 21: Expansion Slots

    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 increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.
  • Page 22 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 23: Connecting Optional Devices

    Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio header This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line- out ports for easier access. Signal Name Signal Name PORT 1L AUD_GND PORT 1R...
  • Page 24 SATA1~6: Serial ATA connectors These connectors are used to support the new Serial ATA devices for the highest date transfer rates (3.0 Gb/s), simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It elimi- nates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register com- patibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.
  • Page 25 SPI_ROM1: SPI ROM header This 8 Mb ROM contains the programmable BIOS program. Signal Name Function CHIP SELECT Select chip DATA OUTPUT data output HOLD hold WRITE PROTECT BIOS write protect CLOCK clock DATA INPUT data input COM2: Onboard serial port header Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a second serial port to your system.

  • Page 26: Installing A Sata Hard Drive

    Installing a SATA Hard Drive About SATA Connectors Your motherboard features six SATA connectors supporting a total of six drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard inter- face for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation.

  • Page 27: Installing A Floppy Diskette Drive

    Installing a Floppy Diskette Drive FDD: Floppy Disk Connector Connect the single end of the of the floppy connector to the onboard floppy connector firstly, and then connect the remaining plugs on the other end to the floppy drives correspondingly. You must orient the cable connector so that the pin 1 (color) edge of the cable corresponds to the pin 1 of the I/O port connector.

  • Page 28: 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. Serial Port Use the COM port to connect serial devices such as mice or (COM1) fax/modems.

  • Page 29: 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_POWER1. Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V1.
  • Page 30 CPU_FAN: CPU Cooling FAN Power Connector Signal Name Function System Ground +12V Power +12V Sense Sensor Control CPU FAN control Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V. ATX_ POWER1: ATX 24-pin Power Connector Signal Name Signal Name...

  • Page 31: Front Panel Header

    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 information: Signal Function Signal Function HD_LED_P Hard disk LED(+) 2 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED(+) HD_LED_N Hard disk LED(- ) FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED(-)
  • Page 32 Memo Installing the Motherboard...

  • Page 33: 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 34: Using Bios

    Press the delete key to access the BIOS Setup Utility. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2008, 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 35: Standard Cmos Setup

    For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture’s website for updated manual. Standard CMOS Setup This option displays basic information about your system.
  • Page 36 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 37: Advanced Setup

    Advanced 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) 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Setup Help Item TM Status TM1/TM2 Limit CPUID MaxVal...
  • Page 38 APIC Mode (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Inter- rupt Controller) mode. APIC provides symmetric multi-processing (SMP) for sys- tems, allowing support for up to 60 processors. 1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device (1st FLPOOY DRIVE/CD/DVD/Hard Drive) Use this item to determine the device order the computer used to look for an operating system to load at start-up time.

  • Page 39: 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) 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Chipset Setup Help Item DRAM Frequency Auto...

  • Page 40: Integrated Peripherals

    Integrated Peripherals This page sets up some parameters for peripheral devices connected to the system. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Integrated Peripherals Help Item Onboard SATA Mode Enhanced GbE Controller Enabled GbE LAN Boot Disabled Options Onboard AUDIO Function Enabled...

  • Page 41: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Power Management Setup Help Item ACPI Suspend Type S3 (STR) Soft-off by PWR-BTTN Instant Off Select the ACPI PWRON After PWR-Fail Power Off state used for...

  • Page 42: Pci/Pnp Setup

    Resume By PS2 MS (S3) (Disabled) This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode. Resume on RTC Alarm (Disabled) The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system’s RTC (realtime clock).

  • Page 43: Pc Health Status

    PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. PC Health Status -=- System Hardware Monitor-=- Help Item Smart Fan Function Press Enter Shutdown Temperature...
  • Page 44 SMART Fan Slope PWM value (3 PWM value/°C) This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan. Press <Esc> to return to the PC Health Status page. ECS supports the latest PECI host technology. While using Core 2 Quad or Core 2 Duo CPU, the original images of the BIOS item “PC Health...

  • Page 45: Frequency/Voltage Control

    Shutdown Temperature (Disabled) Enable you to set the maximum temperature the system can reach before powering down. Warning Temperature (Disabled) This item enables or disables the warning temperature. System Component Characteristics These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as System &...

  • Page 46: Load Default Settings

    CPU Over-clocking Func. (Disabled) This item decides the CPU over-clocking function/frequency installed in your sys- tem. Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Enabled) When this item is enabled, BIOS will disable the clock signal of free DIMM/PCI slots. Spread Spectrum (Enabled) If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system.

  • Page 47: User Password

    User Password This page helps you install or change a password. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. User Password User Password : Not Installed Help Item : Move Enter: Select +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help F9: Load Default Settings User Password (Not Installed)

  • Page 48: Updating The Bios

    Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Web site. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improve- ments in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows: If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.

  • Page 49: Using The Motherboard Software

    Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software About the Software CD-ROM The support software 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 50: Running Setup

    Setup 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 allows you to open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support CD.
  • Page 51 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. 1.
  • Page 52 Method 1. Run Reboot Setup Windows Vista will block startup programs by default when installing drivers after the system restart. You must select taskbar icon Run Blocked Program and run Reboot Setup to install the next driver, until you finish all drivers installation. Method 2.
  • Page 53 Select Classic View. Set User Account. Select Turn User Account Control on or off and press Continue. Using the Motherboard Software...

  • Page 54: Manual Installation

    Disable User Account Control (UAC) to help protect your computer item and press OK, then press Restart Now. Then you can restart your computer and continue to install drivers without running blocked programs. Manual Installation Insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive and locate the PATH.DOC file in the root directory.

  • Page 55: Intel ® Remote Wake Technology

    Chapter 5 Intel Remote Wake Technology ® ® About the Intel Remote Wake Technology ® Intel Remote Wake Technology enables remote wake up of your home computer from energy efficient sleep mode by enabled programs over the Internet. While outside your home, with an Intel Remote Wake Technology (IRWT) enabled program, you can wake up your computer from sleep mode.

  • Page 56: Irwt Installation And Setup

    IRWT Installation and Setup Driver and Software Installation Install IRWT driver from bundled CD. When complete, an IRWT applet will appear in the Control Panel. Click Start --> Control Panel, you will find the Intel Remote Wake Technol- ogy applet. Connect to internet and install Cyberlink Live.

  • Page 57: Getting Ready For Remote Wake

    Getting Ready for Remote Wake Verify that Intel Remote Wake Technology is turned on: Click Start --> Control Panel --> Network and Internet. Double-click the Intel Remote Wake Technology applet. On the General tab, select On, then click OK. Ensure also the item Power setting are adjusted for Intel Remote Technology is checked.
  • Page 58 Verify that Hybrid Sleep is disabled in Windows Vista. Click Start --> Control Panel --> Power Options Set Allow hybrid sleep to Off . This will allows Windows Vista to enter pure Sleep mode. Verify that your computer has a wired Internet connection. IRWT requires an always on wired Internet connection while your computer is in sleep mode.

  • Page 59: Put Your Computer To Sleep Mode

    Verify that Cyberlink Live is ready for IRWT. Connect to internet and ensure the Cyberlink Live icon is ready. Click on the Cyberlink Live icon in the taskbar to start the application. Select Remote Wake Setting and check Enable Intel Remote Wake Technology for Cyberlink Live.
  • Page 60 Memo Intel Remote Wake Technology ®...

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