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Gigabyte GA-945GZM-S2 User Manual

Gigabyte GA-945GZM-S2
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GA-945GZM-S2 (rev. 2.1)
Intel
®
Core
TM
2 Extreme dual-core / Core
TM
2 Duo /
Intel
®
Pentium
®
D / Pentium
®
4 / Celeron
®
D LGA775 Processor Motherboard
User's Manual
Rev. 2101
12ME-945GZMS2-2101R
* The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste
and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!!
* The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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Gigabyte GA-945GZM-S2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCNo
Number of memory slots2
Maximum internal memory2 GB
Processor socketLGA 775 (Socket T)
Processor manufacturerIntel
S/PDIF out connectorYes
Number of COM connectors1
Number of SATA connectors4
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Power source typeATX
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width220 mm

Summary

Declaration of Conformity

FCC Compliance

Declares conformity with FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Section 15.107(a) and 15.109.

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

Considerations Prior to Installation

Guidelines for safe and proper motherboard installation, including ESD precautions.

Feature Summary

Overview of the motherboard's key specifications and integrated components.

CPU and CPU Cooler Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU and its cooler.

Memory Installation

Procedure for installing DDRII memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Expansion Card Installation

Steps for installing expansion cards, such as PCI Express VGA cards.

I/O Back Panel Introduction

Description of the connectors on the motherboard's rear I/O panel.

Motherboard Connectors Overview

Introduction to various internal connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

BIOS Main Menu Overview

Description of the main BIOS setup utility screen and navigation keys.

Standard CMOS Features

Settings for date, time, and IDE/SATA device configuration.

Advanced BIOS Features

Configuration options for CPU, memory, and system performance tuning.

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Settings for onboard devices like IDE, SATA, USB, and LAN.

Power Management Setup

Options for controlling system power states and wake-up events.

PnP/PCI Configurations

Settings for Plug and Play and PCI IRQ assignments.

PC Health Status Monitoring

Displays system voltage, temperature, and fan speed status.

Frequency/Voltage Control

Advanced settings for CPU overclocking and voltage adjustments.

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Restores BIOS settings to the safest possible configuration.

Load Optimized Defaults

Restores BIOS settings to factory defaults for optimal performance.

Set BIOS Password

Options to set supervisor or user passwords for BIOS access.

Save and Exit BIOS Setup

Options to save changes and exit or exit without saving.

Chapter 3 Install Drivers

Install Chipset Drivers

Instructions for installing essential chipset drivers using the provided CD.

Software Applications

Information on bundled software applications and their installation.

Driver CD Contents

Lists the software and drivers available on the driver CD.

Hardware Information

Details of the hardware components detected on the motherboard.

Contact Information

Gigabyte contact details for support and inquiries.

Chapter 4 Appendix

Unique Software Utilities

Overview of Gigabyte's proprietary software utilities like EasyTune, Xpress Recovery2, and BIOS Flash.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Frequently asked questions and solutions for common motherboard problems.

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