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Zotac G31 series User Manual

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  • Page 2: Electronic Emission Notices

    Electronic Emission Notices WARNING! Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Intel G31 Motherboard Table of Contents Motherboard Specifications ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Motherboard Layout------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6 Hardware Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Safety Instructions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Preparing the Motherboard -------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Installing the CPU ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9 Installing the CPU Fan ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10 Installing Memory DIMMs -------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Installing the Motherboard ------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 Installing the I/O Shield ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 Connecting Cables and Setting Switches ------------------------------------------------ ...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Advanced Chipset Features -------------------------------------------------------------- 30 Integrated Peripherals Menu ------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Power Management Setup Menu ------------------------------------------------------- 3 PnP/PCI Configuration --------------------------------------------------------------------- 34 PC health status ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 36 Frequency/Voltage Control --------------------------------------------------------------- 37 Load Optimized Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------ 38 Set Supervisor/User Password ---------------------------------------------------------- 39 Save &...

  • Page 5: Motherboard Specifications

    Intel G31 Motherboard Motherboard Specifications q Chipset v Intel G31 q Size v Micro ATX form factor of 9.6 inch x 7.5 inch q Microprocessor support v Supports the Pentium4, Pentium D and Core(TM) 2 Series processor v Supports Front Side Bus (FSB) at the following Frequency Ranges:800, 1066, 1333 MT/s.
  • Page 6 Motherboard Specifications q Onboard Graphics Features v DX9 and OpenGL 1.4 are supported v 3D Graphics Rendering Enhancements v Up to 2048x1536@75 Hz refresh v VGA/DVI(HDMI/VGA) port output support (Optional) q PCI Express Interface v PCI Express Generation 1.1 compatible v Support frequency of 1.25 GHZ resulting in 2.5GB/S each direction per lane.

  • Page 7: Motherboard Layout

    Intel G31 Motherboard Motherboard Layout Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figures 2 shows the back panel connectors. CUP FAN North Bridge PCIE1 F Audio SPDIF PCI1 South Bridge PCI2 FLOPPY USB1 USB2 SPK1 Figure 1. Board Layout 1. 24-pin ATX Power Connector 10.
  • Page 8 Rear Panel Figure 2: Backpanel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse Port 2. PS/2 Keyboard Port 3. VGA/HDMI Connector(Optional) 4. DVI/VGA Connector(Optional) 5. USB Port 6. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channe Blue Line-In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In...

  • Page 9: Hardware Installation

    Intel G31 Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this section are: q Preparing the motherboard v Installing the CPU v Installing the CPU fan v Installing the memory q Installing the motherboard q Connecting cables and setting switches Safety Instructions...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Motherboard

    Hardware Installation Preparing the Motherboard The motherboard shipped in the box does not contain a CPU and memory. You need to purchase these to complete this installation. Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Make sure not to bend or break any pins on the back.

  • Page 11: Installing The Cpu Fan

    Intel G31 Motherboard Installing the CPU Fan There are many different fan types that can be used with this motherboard. Follow the instruction that came with your fan assembly. Be sure that the fan orientation is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. Installing Memory DIMMs Your new motherboard has two 1.8V 240-pin slots for DDR2 memory.

  • Page 12: Installing The Motherboard

    Hardware Installation Use the following procedure to install memory DIMMs into the slots on the mother- board. Note that there is only one gap near the center of the DIMM slot. This slot matches the slot on the memory DIMM to ensure the component is installed prop- erly.

  • Page 13: Connecting Cables And Setting Switches

    Intel G31 Motherboard Connecting Cables and Setting Switches This section takes you through all the connections and switch settings necessary on the motherboard. This will include: q Power Connections v 24-pin ATX power (PW) v 4-pin ATX 12V power (PW) q Connecting Internal Headers v Hard Disk Connector - IDE v SPK Header...
  • Page 14 Hardware Installation Connecting Internal Headers 24-pin ATX Power (PW1) PW is the main power supply connector located along the edge of the board next to the DIMM slots. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard.

  • Page 15: Spk Header

    Intel G31 Motherboard Hard Disk Connector - IDE The motherboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 control- ler that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 66/100/133 function. You can connect up to two hard disk drives, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy (reserved for future BIOS) and other devices.

  • Page 16: Front Panel Header

    Hardware Installation Front panel header The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables (see Table 2 for pin definitions): q PWRLED Attach the front panel power LED cable to these two pins of the connector. The Power LED indicates the system’s status.

  • Page 17: Usb Headers

    Intel G31 Motherboard USB Headers This motherboard contains four USB 2.0 ports that are exposed on the rear panel of the chassis(Figure 2). The motherboard also contains two 10-pin internal header con- nectors onboard. 1. Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of your chassis (not all chassis are equipped with the front panel option).

  • Page 18: F_Audio Header

    Hardware Installation F_Audio Header The audio connector supports HD audio standard and provides two kinds of audio output choices: the Front Audio, the Rear Audio. The front Audio supports re-tasking function. F_Audio F_Audio Pin Definition Assignment MIC2(L) GND MIC(R) -ACZ-DET Front Audio(R) Reserved FAVDIO - JD...

  • Page 19: Connecting Serial Ata Cables

    Intel G31 Motherboard Connecting Serial ATA Cables(SATA-1~SATA-4 Optional) The Serial ATA II connector is used to connect the Serial ATA II device to the motherboard. These connectors support the thin Serial ATA II cables for primary storage devices. The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to 3GB/S data transfer rate.

  • Page 20: Expansion Slots

    Hardware Installation Expansion Slots The Intel G31 motherboard contains three expansion slots, one PCI Express slot and two PCI slots. For a full list of PCI Express x16 graphics card supported by this moth- erboard. PCI Express x 16 slot PCI slot PCI slot PCI Slots...

  • Page 21: Jumper Settings

    Intel G31 Motherboard Jumper Setting This chapter explains how to configure the motherboard’s hardware. Before using your computer, make sure all jumpers and DRAM modules are set correctly. Refer to this chapter whenever in doubt. JP-CMOS Clear Selection 1-2* Normal* 2-3 CMOS Clear Close Open * = Default setting.

  • Page 22: Configuring The Bios

    Configuring the BIOS Configuring the BIOS This section discusses how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Enter BIOS Setup The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software. Correctly setting the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance.

  • Page 23: Main Menu

    Intel G31 Motherboard Main Menu The main menu allows you to select from the list of setup functions and two exit choices. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll through the options or press Enter to display the associated submenu. Use the # $ arrow keys to position the selector in the option you choose.

  • Page 24: Standard Cmos Features Menu

    Configuring the BIOS The following items on the CMOS Setup Utility main menu are commands rather than submenus: q Load Optimized Defaults Load default system settings. q Set Supervisor and User Password Use this command to set, change, and disable the password used to access the system and the BIOS menu.

  • Page 25: Date And Time

    Intel G31 Motherboard Date and Time Using the arrow keys, position the cursor over the month, day, and year. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll through dates and times. Note that the weekday (Sun through Sat) cannot be changed. This field changes to correspond to the date you enter.

  • Page 26: Memory

    Configuring the BIOS The system boot does not stop for a diskette error but will stop for all other errors. q All, But Disk/Key These field are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Memory These settings are display-only values that are determined by the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test).
  • Page 27 Intel G31 Motherboard Note: Note that all data in white is for information only, data in yellow is changeable, data in blue is non-changeable, and data in a red box is highlighted for selection.

  • Page 28: Cpu Features

    Configuring the BIOS CPU Feature Press Enter to display the CPU Feature menu. q PPM Mode Use this option to choose the mode of PPM. q Limit CPUID MaxVal Use this option to enable or disable the function of Limiting CPUID MaxVal q CIE Function Select CPU CIE function.

  • Page 29: Hard Disk Boot Priority

    Intel G31 Motherboard Hard Disk Boot Priority Hard Disk Boot Priority Press Enter to disply the q Bootable Add-in Cards Use this option to bootable add-in cards. q Virus Warning Allow you to choose the Virus Warning feature for IDE Hard Disk boot sector protection.

  • Page 30: Typematic Rate Setting

    Configuring the BIOS This option allows you to select the power-on state of NumLock. Select On to activate the keyboard NumLock when the system is started. Select Off to disable the NumLock key. Gate A0 Option Use this option to choose Gate A20 menu. Typematic Rate Setting Use this option to set keystrokes repeat.

  • Page 31: Advanced Chipset Features

    Intel G31 Motherboard Advanced Chipset Features Select Advanced Chipset Features from the CMOS Setup Utilty menu and press Enter to display the functions of the Advanced Chipset Functions menu. DRAM Timing Selectable Use this option to select the model how to set DRAM timing System BIOS Cacheable Use this option to enable or disable the System BIOS Cacheable Memory Hole At 5M-6M...

  • Page 32: Integrated Peripherals Menu

    Configuring the BIOS Integrated Peripherals Menu Select Integrated Peripherals from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to display the Integrated Peripherals menu. OnChip IDE Device Use this option to set on chip IDE function Onboard Device Use this option to enable or disable onboard IEEE1394 and GIGA BIT PCIE LAN Super IO Device Use this option to set power on function ,onboard serial port and onboard parallel port...

  • Page 33: Power Management Setup Menu

    Intel G31 Motherboard Power Management Setup Menu Select Power Management Setup from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to display the Power Management Setup menu. PCI Express PM Function Use this option to enable or disable Root port ASPM 、 DMI port and ASPM ACPI Function This function on the Power Management Setup menu allows you to enable or disable the ACPI function.

  • Page 34: Suspend Type

    Configuring the BIOS Suspend Type Use this option to choose suspend type MODEM Use IRQ Use this option to set the mode of using IRQ Suspend Mode Use this option to set suspend mode HDD Power Down Use this option to enable or disable a mode of HDD Power down. Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN This function on the Power Management Setup menu allows you to set Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN to [Instant-Off] or [Delay 4 Sec].

  • Page 35: Pnp/Pci Configuration

    Intel G31 Motherboard PnP/PCI Configuration Menu Select PnP/PCI Configuration from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to display the PnP/PCI Configuration menu. Init Display First This function on the PnP/PCI Configuration menu allows you to define if the initial display is in the PCI slot, onboard or PCI Express slot.

  • Page 36: Irq Resources

    Configuring the BIOS devices or if you can manually select IRQ, DMA, and memory base address fields. Select [Auto(ESCD)] if you want the BIOS to automatically populate these fields. If you select [Manual] so you can assign the resources, IRQ Resources is enabled for input.

  • Page 37: Pc Health Status

    Intel G31 Motherboard PC health Status PC health Status from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to Select display the System Monitor menu. All of the values shown in are dynamic and change as the speed and voltages of the various components change with system usage.

  • Page 38: Frequency/Voltage Control

    Configuring the BIOS Frequency/Voltage Control Select Frequency/Voltage Control from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to display the system Monitor menu. CPU Clock Ratio Unlock Use this option to set the ratio of CPU clock...

  • Page 39: Load Optimized Defaults

    Intel G31 Motherboard Load Optimized 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.

  • Page 40: Set Supervisor/User Password

    Configuring the BIOS Set Supervisor/User Password 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. Type the password again and press <Enter>. The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords: v Supervisor Password When a system password is set and the Passwor Check item in Advanced BIOS Features is set to Setup, you must enter the supervisor password for enter-...

  • Page 41: Save & Exit Setup

    Intel G31 Motherboard Save & Exit Setup Press <Enter> on this item and press the <Y> key. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Press <N> or <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. Exit Without Saving Press <Enter>...

  • Page 42: Flash Update Procedure

    Configuring the BIOS FLASH Update Procedure The program AWDFLASH.EXE is included on the driver CD (D:\Utility\ AWDFLASH.EXE). Please follow the recommended procedure to update the flash BIOS, as listed below. 1. Create a DOS-bootable floppy diskette. Copy the new BIOS file (just obtained or downloaded) and the utility program AWDFLASH.EXE to the diskette.

  • Page 43: Installing Drivers And Software

    Intel G31 Motherboard Installing Drivers and Software Note: It is important to remember that before installing the driver CD that is shipped in the kit, you need to load your operating system. The motherboard supports Windows XP 32bit and 64bit and is Vista-capable. The kit comes with a CD that contains utility drivers and additional software. The CD that has been shipped with your Intel G31 motherboard contains the following software and drivers: Software Installation Utility...

  • Page 44: Drivers Installation

    Installing Drivers and Software Drivers Installation 1. Insert the Intel G31 driver CD after loading your operating system. Waiting for one menute you can see blow interface. 2. Follow the below for Software Installation Utility Installing.
  • Page 45 Intel G31 Motherboard...
  • Page 46 Installing Drivers and Software 3. Follow the below for Intel graphics drive Installing.
  • Page 47 Intel G31 Motherboard...
  • Page 48 Installing Drivers and Software 4. Follow the below for HDA sound driver installing.
  • Page 49 Intel G31 Motherboard 5. Follow the below for RTL8101E PCIE network driver installing.
  • Page 50 Installing Drivers and Software...
  • Page 51 Intel G31 Motherboard At last, you can open below page that provides information about the har- ware devices on this motherboard, and check whether finish your installa- tion.

  • Page 52: Realtek Hd Audio Driver Setup

    Installing Drivers and Software Realtek HD Audio Driver Setup Getting Started After Realtek HD Audio Driver being installed (insert the driverCD and follow the on- screen instructions), “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will show in System tray as below. Double click the icon and the control panel will appear: Sound Effect After clicking on the “Sound Effect”...

  • Page 53: Equalizer Selection

    Intel G31 Motherboard Equalizer Selection The Equalizer section allows you to create your own preferred settings by utilizing this tool. In standard 10 bands of equalizer, ranging from 100Hz to 16KHz are available: Frequently Used Equalizer Setting Realtek recognizes the needs that you might have. By leveraging our long experience at audio field, Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager provides you certain optimized equal- izer settings that are frequently used for your quick enjoyment.

  • Page 54: Mixer

    Installing Drivers and Software Mixer Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager integrates Microsoft’s “Volume Control” functions into the Mixer page. This gives you the advantage to you to create your favorite sound effect in one single tool. Playback control Mute You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute sound output.

  • Page 55: Recording Control

    Intel G31 Motherboard With this function, you will be able to have an audio chat with your friends via headphone (stream 1 from front panel) while still have music (stream 2 from back panel) playing. At any given period, you can have maximum 2 streams operating simultaneously. Recording control Mute You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute...

  • Page 56: Audio I/O

    Installing Drivers and Software Audio I/O Realtek HD Audio Manager frees you from default speaker settings. Different from before, for each jack, they are not limited to perform certain functions. Instead, now each jack is able to be chosen to perform either output (i.e. playback) function or input (i.e.

  • Page 57: Speaker Configuration

    Intel G31 Motherboard Speaker Configuration Step : Plug in the device in any available jack. Step : Dialogue “connected device” will pop up for your selection. Please select the device you are trying to plug in. * If the device is being plugged into the correct jack, you will be able to find the icon beside the jack changed to the one that is same as your device.

  • Page 58: Connector Settings

    Installing Drivers and Software Connector Settings Click to access connector settings Mute rear panel when front headphone plugged in √ Once this option is checked, whenever front headphone is plugged, the music that is playing from the back panel, will be stopped. Disable front panel jack detection (option) √...

  • Page 59: Speaker Calibration

    Intel G31 Motherboard Output Sampling Rate √ 44.1KHz: This is recommend while playing CD 48KHz: This is recommended while playing DVD or Dolby. 96KHz: This is recommended while playing DVD-Audio. Output Source √ Output digital audio source: The digital audio format (such as .wav, .mp3, .midi etc) will come out through S/PDIF-Out.

  • Page 60: Microphone

    Installing Drivers and Software Microphone This page is designed to provide you better microphone / recording quality. Below picture indicates both “Noise Suppression” & “Acoustic Echo Cancellation” are both enabled. Noise Suppression If you feel that the background noise, especially the sound generated from the fan inside PC, is too loud? Try “Noise Suppression”, which allows you to cut off and sup- press disturbing noise.

  • Page 61: Audio Demo

    Intel G31 Motherboard Audio Demo The section “3D Audio Demo” grants you another possibility to enjoy your sound. The Audio Demo allows you to listen to sound in an extraordinary way. Information This section provides information about your current system audio device. 291-M0AE4-00...

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