Gigabyte GA-G41M-ES2L User Manual

Hardware Installation- 19 -
• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable
from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side
to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
Activity LED:
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
Connection/Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
LAN Port
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 (purple) to connect a PS/2
keyboard.
Parallel Port
Use the parallel port to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. The parallel port is also
called a printer port.
Serial Port
Use the serial port to connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals.
D-Sub Port
The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub
connection to this port.
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB
keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Gigabyte GA-G41M-ES2L Specifications

General

Number of memory slots	2
Maximum internal memory	8 GB
Processor socket	LGA 775 (Socket T)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
S/PDIF out connector	Yes
Number of SATA connectors	4
Controller interface type	SATA
Controller 2nd interface type	IDE
Headphone outputs	3
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 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.
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports	0
Power source type	ATX
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	micro ATX
LAN controller	Realtek RTL8111DL
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	194 mm
Width	244 mm

Summary

Hardware Installation

Box Contents

Lists items included in the motherboard package.

Optional Items

Lists additional accessories available for purchase.

Motherboard Overview

Illustrates the physical layout and block diagram of the motherboard's components.

Installation Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before installing hardware components.

Product Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard, including CPU, memory, and connectivity.

Component Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing CPU, cooler, memory, expansion cards, and connectors.

BIOS Setup

Startup Screen and Access

Describes the initial boot screen and how to enter BIOS Setup and utility programs.

Main Menu Navigation

Overview of the BIOS Setup main menu options and essential function keys for navigation.

BIOS Configuration Options

Details on configuring CPU, memory, chipset, peripherals, and power management settings.

BIOS Saving and Exiting

Procedures for loading defaults, setting passwords, saving changes, and exiting BIOS Setup.

Drivers and Software Installation

Installing Chipset Drivers

Guide for installing essential chipset drivers for optimal system functionality and performance.

Bundled Applications and Utilities

Information on installing GIGABYTE's proprietary applications, software, and system utilities.

Download Center and System Information

Accessing driver downloads, viewing system information, and finding contact details.

Unique Features

Xpress Recovery2

Utility for system data backup and restoration, supporting NTFS and FAT file systems.

BIOS Update Utilities

Instructions for updating the system BIOS using Q-Flash and @BIOS tools for enhanced stability.

System Tuning and Power Saving

Features like EasyTune 6 for system tuning and Easy Energy Saver for optimizing power efficiency.

Data Sharing and Recovery

Tools for easy data sharing (Q-Share) and file recovery (SMART Recovery) for user convenience.

Auto Green

Feature for system power saving using a Bluetooth cell phone as a security key.

Appendix

Audio Configuration

Steps to configure motherboard audio jacks for different channel setups and features.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Common issues, questions, and troubleshooting procedures for system startup and component problems.

Regulatory Statements

Information on RoHS, WEEE, and other compliance notices for environmental and safety standards.

Contact Information

GIGABYTE Worldwide Offices

Contact details and web addresses for GIGABYTE technical support and sales globally.