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GA-EP43-UD3L/ GA-EP43-US3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1201 12ME-EP43UD3L-1201R
GA-EP43-UD3L/ GA-EP43-US3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1201 12ME-EP43UD3L-1201R
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Motherboard GA-EP43-UD3L/GA-EP43-US3L Dec. 12, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-UD3L/ GA-EP43-US3L Dec. 12, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP43-UD3L/GA-EP43-US3L Dec. 12, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-UD3L/ GA-EP43-US3L Dec. 12, 2008
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L 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 ...
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Box Contents GA-EP43-UD3L or GA-EP43-US3L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to ...
Box Contents GA-EP43-UD3L or GA-EP43-US3L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to ...
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Only for GA-EP43-US3L. - 7 - Only for GA-EP43-UD3L. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard Layout GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L PHASE LED FDD KB_MS R_SPDIF COAXIAL R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN PWR_FAN ATX USB_LAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 AUDIO Intel® P43 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 DDR2_1 ... M_BIOS BATTERY PCI1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 CI Intel® ICH10 SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_ 1 JMicron 368 IDE SATA2_5 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED COMA LPT F_USB2 "*" The GA-EP43-UD3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design.
Only for GA-EP43-US3L. - 7 - Only for GA-EP43-UD3L. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard Layout GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L PHASE LED FDD KB_MS R_SPDIF COAXIAL R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN PWR_FAN ATX USB_LAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 AUDIO Intel® P43 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 DDR2_1 ... M_BIOS BATTERY PCI1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 CI Intel® ICH10 SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_ 1 JMicron 368 IDE SATA2_5 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED COMA LPT F_USB2 "*" The GA-EP43-UD3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design.
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... Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1600(O.C.)/1333... Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ... USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-EP43-UD3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 10 -
... Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1600(O.C.)/1333... Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ... USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-EP43-UD3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 10 -
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.../System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 2) Only for GA-EP43-UD3L. - 11 -
.../System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 2) Only for GA-EP43-UD3L. - 11 -
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GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM ...
GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 12 - BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM ...
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... 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 14 -
... 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 14 -
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...Dual Channel mode/performance. When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to insert ... following guidelines before you are unable to be installed in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed. 2. DS/SS - - - - If you begin to prevent hardware damage. • ...
...Dual Channel mode/performance. When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to insert ... following guidelines before you are unable to be installed in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 16 - After the memory is installed. 2. DS/SS - - - - If you begin to prevent hardware damage. • ...
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... Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 18 - PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion...
... Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 18 - PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion...
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.... • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Before using this port for GA-EP43-UD3L. - 19 - Hardware Installation 1-6 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port...
.... • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Before using this port for GA-EP43-UD3L. - 19 - Hardware Installation 1-6 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port...
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... audio configuration. Only microphones still MUST be connected to this audio jack to the default Mic in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 20 - Microphones must be connected to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this audio jack for...
... audio configuration. Only microphones still MUST be connected to this audio jack to the default Mic in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 20 - Microphones must be connected to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this audio jack for...
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... Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To...
... Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To...
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.... Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 7 17 17 1 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 24 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
.... Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 7 17 17 1 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 24 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector.
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... Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 26 - The S0 On LED is on when the system is detected at system startup. The LED is off (S5). • PW (Power Switch...
... Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 26 - The S0 On LED is on when the system is detected at system startup. The LED is off (S5). • PW (Power Switch...
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... expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 28 - For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.
... expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 28 - For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.
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... Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 30 - Pin No. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. date information...
... Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 30 - Pin No. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. date information...
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... BIOS Setup. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : XPRESS RECOVERY2 If you to set the first boot device without having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 34 - A. Function Keys: : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 11/27/2008-P43-ICH10-7A69PG0FC-00 Function Keys : POST SCREEN Press the key to... one time only. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. EP43-UD3L E3c . . . .
... BIOS Setup. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : XPRESS RECOVERY2 If you to set the first boot device without having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. GA-EP43-UD3L/US3L Motherboard - 34 - A. Function Keys: : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 11/27/2008-P43-ICH10-7A69PG0FC-00 Function Keys : POST SCREEN Press the key to... one time only. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. EP43-UD3L E3c . . . .
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... bottom line of the Main Menu. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP43-UD3L E3c) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals ...
... bottom line of the Main Menu. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP43-UD3L E3c) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals ...