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Zotac G31-Value series User Manual

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  • Page 2 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

    G31-Value series 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 CPU Features ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 Hard Disk Boot Priority -------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 Advanced Chipset Features -------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Integrated Peripherals Menu ------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Power Management Setup Menu ------------------------------------------------------- 30 PnP/PCI Configuration --------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 PC health status ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 33 Frequency/Voltage Control --------------------------------------------------------------- 34 Load Fail-Safe/Optimized Defaults ----------------------------------------------------- 34 Set Supervisor/User Password ---------------------------------------------------------- 35 Save &...

  • Page 5: Motherboard Specifications

    G31-Value series motherboard Motherboard Specifications q Chipset v Intel G31 q Size v Micro ATX form factor of 8.66 inch x 7.5 inch q Microprocessor support v Supports the Core(TM) 2 Series processor v Supports Front Side Bus (FSB) at the following Frequency Ranges:800, 1066, 1333 MT/s.

  • Page 6: Expansion Slots

    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 port output support 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. v Wake# function is supported q Expansion Slots v One PCI Express X16 slot...

  • Page 7: Motherboard Layout

    G31-Value series motherboard Motherboard Layout Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors. 18 19 20 21 CUP FAN North Bridge PCIE2 PCIE1 South Bridge PCI1 FLOPPY FP_U1 FP_U2 SPK1 Figure 1. Board Layout 24-pin ATX Power Connector PCI Express x16 Slot IDE Connector Front Audio Header...
  • Page 8 Rear Panel Figure 2: Backpanel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse Port 2. PS/2 Keyboard Port 3. VGA Connector 4. USB Port 5. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel Blue Line-In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In...

  • Page 9: Hardware Installation

    G31-Value series 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

    G31-Value series 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

    G31-Value series 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 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. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is secure.

  • Page 15: Spk Header

    G31-Value series 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 - Fp1

    Hardware Installation Front panel header - FP1 The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables : 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(Fp_U1~Fp_U2)

    G31-Value series motherboard USB Headers(FP_U1~FP_U2) 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-Pin Definition Signal Signal MIC(L) Reserved FAVDIO-JD MIC(R) Key(No pin) -ACZ-DET Front Audio(L) Front Audio(R)

  • Page 19: Connecting Serial Ata Cables(Optional)

    G31-Value series motherboard Connecting Serial ATA Cables(Optional) The Serial ATA II connector(Two or Four ports) are 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 X16 slot ,one PCI Express X1 slot (Optional) and one PCI slot. For a full list of PCI Express x16 graphics card supported by this motherboard. PCI slot PCI Express x 1 slot(Optional) PCI Express x 16 slot...

  • Page 21: Jumper Settings

    G31-Value series motherboard Jumper Settings 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 Jumper Selection 1-2* Normal* CMOS Clear JP-P/S Port 5V Standby Power Selection(Optional) Selection...

  • 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

    G31-Value series 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 Standard CMOS Features Menu The Standard CMOS Features menu is used to configure the standard CMOS information, such as the date, time, HDD model, and so on. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll through the options or press Enter to display the sub-menu. Use the # $ arrow keys to position the selector in the option you choose.

  • Page 25: Drive A

    G31-Value series motherboard Drive A The Drive A option allows you to select the kind of FDD to install. Halt On Halt On determines whether or not the computer stops if an error is detected during power on. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll through the options or press Enter to display the Halt On sub-menu.

  • Page 26: Advanced Bios Features

    Configuring the BIOS Advanced BIOS Features Access the Advanced BIOS Features menu from the CMOS Utility Setup screen. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll through the options or press Enter to display the sub-menu. Use the # $ arrow keys to position the selector in the option you choose.

  • Page 27: Hard Disk Boot Priority

    G31-Value series motherboard Execute Disable Bit When disabled forces the XD feature flag to always return 0, defaults choose Enable. Virtualization Technoligy Use this option to enable or disable CPU Virtualization Technoligy. Core Multi-Processing Use this option to enable or disable Core Multi-Processing. Hard Disk Boot Priority Press Enter to display Hard Disk Boot Priority menu,then the following items will be displayed:...

  • Page 28: Security Option

    Configuring the BIOS Security Option The Security Options allows you to require a password every time the system boots or only when you enter setup. Select Setup to require a password to gain access to the CMOS Setup screen. Select System to require a password to access the CMOS Setup screen and when the system boots.

  • Page 29: Advanced Chipset Features

    G31-Value series motherboard Advanced Chipset Features Select Advanced Chipset Features from the CMOS Setup Utility 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 30: 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 Azalia/AC97 Audio Select Super IO Device Use this option to set power on function ,onboard serial port and onboard parallel port,and so...

  • Page 31: Power Management Setup Menu

    G31-Value series 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 ASPM,and so on. ACPI Function This function on the Power Management Setup menu allows you to enable or disable the ACPI function.

  • Page 32: Video Off Method

    Configuring the BIOS Video Off Method Use this option to set a Method for Video off. Video Off In Suspend Use this option to set the type of video off in suspend. Suspend Type Use this option to choose suspend type. MODEM Use IRQ Use this option to set the mode of using IRQ.

  • Page 33: Pnp/Pci Configuration

    G31-Value series motherboard PnP/PCI Configurations 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 34: Pc Health Status

    Configuring the BIOS INT pin //3/4/5/6/7/8 Assignment Use these options to set the mode of INT pin 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 Assignment Maximum Payload Size This function on the PnP/PCI Configuration menu allows you to set the maximum TLP payload size (in bytes) for the PCI Express devices. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll through sizes or enter the number using the keyboard numbers or use the + and –...

  • Page 35: Frequency/Voltage Control

    G31-Value series motherboard 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 Auto detect PCI Clk Use this option to Enabled or Disable Auto detect PCI Clock Spread Spectrum Use this option to Enabled or Disable Spread Spectrum...

  • Page 36: 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 Password Check item in Advanced BIOS Features is set to Setup, you must enter the supervisor password for enter-...

  • Page 37: Save & Exit Setup

    G31-Value series motherboard To clear the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, press <Enter> again. The message “PASSWORD DISABLED” will appear, indicating the password has been cancelled. 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.

  • Page 38: 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 39: Installing Drivers And Software

    G31-Value series 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 40: 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 below interface. 2. Follow the below for Software Installation Utility Installing.
  • Page 41 G31-Value series motherboard...
  • Page 42 Installing Drivers and Software 3. Follow the below for Intel graphics drive Installing.
  • Page 43 G31-Value series motherboard...
  • Page 44 Installing Drivers and Software 4. Follow the below for HDA sound driver installing.
  • Page 45 G31-Value series motherboard 5. Follow the below for RTL8101E PCIE network driver installing.
  • Page 46 Installing Drivers and Software...
  • Page 47 G31-Value series motherboard At last, you can open below page that provides information about the hard- ware devices on this motherboard, and check whether finish your installa- tion.

  • Page 48: 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 49: Equalizer Selection

    G31-Value series 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 50: 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 51: Recording Control

    G31-Value series 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 52: 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 53: Speaker Configuration

    G31-Value series 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 54: 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. √...

  • Page 55: Speaker Calibration

    G31-Value series motherboard √ Output Sampling Rate 44.1KHz: This is recommended 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 56: 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 57: Audio Demo

    G31-Value series 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-MA111-01...

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