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... mentioned in this manual are legally registered to use of this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in this manual may be...
... mentioned in this manual are legally registered to use of this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in this manual may be...
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... of Contents Box Contents ...6 Optional Items...6 GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent...
... of Contents Box Contents ...6 Optional Items...6 GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent...
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.../1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (Note 4) 1 x PCI Express x1 slot 2 x PCI slots South Bridge: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Integrated in the South Bridge Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 10 -
.../1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (Note 4) 1 x PCI Express x1 slot 2 x PCI slots South Bridge: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Integrated in the South Bridge Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 10 -
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... start or the memory being incorrectly detected, if only one memory module is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by adapter. (Note 4) The PCI Express x16 slot share the PCI Express x16 bus with the HDMI and the DVI-D ports. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use...
... start or the memory being incorrectly detected, if only one memory module is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by adapter. (Note 4) The PCI Express x16 slot share the PCI Express x16 bus with the HDMI and the DVI-D ports. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use...
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... Channel mode/performance. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will appear during the POST. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it on the DDR2_1 and DDR2_3 sockets. (Go to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. A memory module can be populated and remain in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications...
... Channel mode/performance. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will appear during the POST. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it on the DDR2_1 and DDR2_3 sockets. (Go to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. A memory module can be populated and remain in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications...
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... the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 18 - Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Locate...
... the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 18 - Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Locate...
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... better playback quality, when playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below. • CPU: Intel Dual-Core processor • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or later (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is occurring GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 20 - Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate...
... better playback quality, when playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below. • CPU: Intel Dual-Core processor • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or later (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is occurring GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 20 - Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate...
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... to connect fan cables to the fan headers to connect a floppy disk drive. CPU_FAN: 1 Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 24 - 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header and...
... to connect fan cables to the fan headers to connect a floppy disk drive. CPU_FAN: 1 Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 24 - 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header and...
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... Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced. The higher the CPU loading, the more details. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 32 - Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to clear the CMOS values (e.g. 19) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 20) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs.
... Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced. The higher the CPU loading, the more details. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 32 - Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to clear the CMOS values (e.g. 19) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 20) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs.
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... errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Advanced Chipset Features Use this menu to configure advanced features available on the chipset. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SA TA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard...
... errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Advanced Chipset Features Use this menu to configure advanced features available on the chipset. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SA TA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard...
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... Host Clock Control x CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control Advanced Clock Control [Disabled] 266 [Auto] [Press Enter] ******** DRAM Performance Control ******** Performance Enhance [Standard] (G)MCH Frequency Latch [Auto] System Memory Multiplier (SPD) [Auto] Memory Frequency (Mhz) 800 800 DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) [Auto] Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software...
... Host Clock Control x CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control Advanced Clock Control [Disabled] 266 [Auto] [Press Enter] ******** DRAM Performance Control ******** Performance Enhance [Standard] (G)MCH Frequency Latch [Auto] System Memory Multiplier (SPD) [Auto] Memory Frequency (Mhz) 800 800 DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) [Auto] Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software...
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..., or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to increase the CPU clock ratio set this item to alter the clock ratio for 20 seconds to allow the CPU Host Frequency item below to 266 MHz. The adjustable range is enabled. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 38 - mode based on system configurations. Fine CPU Clock Ratio...
..., or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. CPU Clock Ratio (Note) Allows you to increase the CPU clock ratio set this item to alter the clock ratio for 20 seconds to allow the CPU Host Frequency item below to 266 MHz. The adjustable range is enabled. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 38 - mode based on system configurations. Fine CPU Clock Ratio...
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... : Auto (default), Large. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 44 - For example, 1 p.m. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to autodetect the parameters of the two methods below : • Auto • None Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set the time. IDE Channel 2, 3 Master/Slave IDE Auto-Detection Press to CHS. Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices...
... : Auto (default), Large. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 44 - For example, 1 p.m. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to autodetect the parameters of the two methods below : • Auto • None Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set the time. IDE Channel 2, 3 Master/Slave IDE Auto-Detection Press to CHS. Extended IDE Drive Configure your IDE/SATA devices...
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... of loading the operating system from the available devices. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 46 - Options are: Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USB-HDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. This feature allows your hard drive. Capability CPU Multi-Threading (Note) Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C2/C2E State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Delay...
... of loading the operating system from the available devices. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 46 - Options are: Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USB-HDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. This feature allows your hard drive. Capability CPU Multi-Threading (Note) Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C2/C2E State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Delay...
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... memory is installed. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 48 - Disabled Disables this mode. Aero (DWM) in Windows Vista will always be turned off in this function. PCI Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default) Onboard Sets the onboard VGA as the first display. Enables or disables P AVP mode. Blu-ray disc). PAVP mode can support increased content protection and robustness requirements for the encryption of compressed video. (Default) Paranoid PAVP Reserves 96 MB of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card or...
... memory is installed. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 48 - Disabled Disables this mode. Aero (DWM) in Windows Vista will always be turned off in this function. PCI Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default) Onboard Sets the onboard VGA as the first display. Enables or disables P AVP mode. Blu-ray disc). PAVP mode can support increased content protection and robustness requirements for the encryption of compressed video. (Default) Paranoid PAVP Reserves 96 MB of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card or...
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... option will be automatically set to Enhanced mode as needed. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 50 - When PATA IDE Set to is set SA TA devices to Combined. Lets BIOS set to Combined or Enhanced mode. Combined allows a maximum of 4 ATA devices to be automatically set to settings. Ch.0 Master/Slave Sets the IDE channels to Ch. 0 Master/Slave. (Default) Ch.1 Master/Slave Sets the IDE channels to Azalia Codec Onboard H/W 1394 Onboard H/W LAN Green LAN SMART LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard Serial Port 1 USB 1.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard Function USB...
... option will be automatically set to Enhanced mode as needed. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 50 - When PATA IDE Set to is set SA TA devices to Combined. Lets BIOS set to Combined or Enhanced mode. Combined allows a maximum of 4 ATA devices to be automatically set to settings. Ch.0 Master/Slave Sets the IDE channels to Ch. 0 Master/Slave. (Default) Ch.1 Master/Slave Sets the IDE channels to Azalia Codec Onboard H/W 1394 Onboard H/W LAN Green LAN SMART LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard Serial Port 1 USB 1.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard Function USB...
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BIOS Setup If not, the corresponding LAN controller will only operate at Port..... Refer to the following message will appear: Start detecting at a speed of 10/100 Mbps in MS-DOS mode; Note: The Gigabit hub will be disabled automatically. (Default: Disabled) SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software SMART LAN Start detecting at a normal speed of 10/100/1000 Mbps in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is attached to...
BIOS Setup If not, the corresponding LAN controller will only operate at Port..... Refer to the following message will appear: Start detecting at a speed of 10/100 Mbps in MS-DOS mode; Note: The Gigabit hub will be disabled automatically. (Default: Disabled) SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software SMART LAN Start detecting at a normal speed of 10/100/1000 Mbps in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is attached to...
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... BIOS update file is potentially risky, please do it with the Q-Flash Utility A. EG41MF-US2H F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/09/2009-G41-ICH7-7A69PG0JC-00 Because BIOS flashing is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent IDE/SA TA controller, use the key during the POST or pressing the key in BIOS Setup. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 68 - Note: You can update the system BIOS without the need to enter MSDOS mode. What is @BIOS ? 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards...
... BIOS update file is potentially risky, please do it with the Q-Flash Utility A. EG41MF-US2H F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/09/2009-G41-ICH7-7A69PG0JC-00 Because BIOS flashing is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent IDE/SA TA controller, use the key during the POST or pressing the key in BIOS Setup. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 68 - Note: You can update the system BIOS without the need to enter MSDOS mode. What is @BIOS ? 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards...
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... select memory module on the CPU temperature thresholds you to see its information. After making changes, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to change system clock settings and voltages settings using the sliders. • Save allows you to save the current settings to a new profile (.txt file). • Load allows you to monitor hardware temperature, volt - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in EasyTune 6 may occur. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 72 - The user...
... select memory module on the CPU temperature thresholds you to see its information. After making changes, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to change system clock settings and voltages settings using the sliders. • Save allows you to save the current settings to a new profile (.txt file). • Load allows you to monitor hardware temperature, volt - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in EasyTune 6 may occur. GA-EG41MF-US2H Motherboard - 72 - The user...
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...1 or Service Pack 2 has been installed (check in Chapter 1 to short the jumper to clear the CMOS values. If yes, please disable this device. (If not, skip this , please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord). A: The following Award BIOS beep code descriptions may help you identify possible computer problems. (For reference only.) 1 short: System boots successfully 1 long, 3 short: Keyboard error 2 short: CMOS setting error 1 long, 9 short: BIOS ROM error 1 long, 1 short: Memory or motherboard error Continuous long beeps: Graphics card not inserted properly 1 long, 2 short...
...1 or Service Pack 2 has been installed (check in Chapter 1 to short the jumper to clear the CMOS values. If yes, please disable this device. (If not, skip this , please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord). A: The following Award BIOS beep code descriptions may help you identify possible computer problems. (For reference only.) 1 short: System boots successfully 1 long, 3 short: Keyboard error 2 short: CMOS setting error 1 long, 9 short: BIOS ROM error 1 long, 1 short: Memory or motherboard error Continuous long beeps: Graphics card not inserted properly 1 long, 2 short...