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GA-946-DS3/ GA-946-S3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 3301 12ME-946DS3-3301R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-946-DS3/GA-946-S3 Jun. 1, 2007 Motherboard GA-946-DS3/GA-946-S3 Jun. 1, 2007 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 3
with the product. „ For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. „ For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website. For product-related information, check on our - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents OptionalItems ...6 Box Contents ...6 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 35 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 37 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 39 2-6 Power Management Setup 42 2-7 PnP/ - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 5
Driver CD Information 54 3-4 Hardware Information 55 3-5 Contact Us ...55 Chapter 4 Unique Features 57 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 57 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 62 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 62 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 65 4-3 EasyTune 5 ...67 4-4 Windows - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-946-DS3 or GA-946-S3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Intel® LGA775 CPU Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 7
ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN GA-946-DS3/S3 COMA LPT PWR_FAN USB USB LAN AUDIO1 AUDIO2 RTL8111B CODEC F_AUDIO DDRII1 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 NB_FAN Intel® 946GZ PCIE_3 ATX PCIE_16 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 PCI1 PCI2 CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH7 BAT SATAII0 SATAII2 SATAII1 SATAII3 BIOS SYS_FAN IT8718 PCI3 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 8
Intel® 946GZ Intel® ICH7 CODEC Dual Channel Memory GMCH CLK (266/200/133 MHz) BIOS ATA-100/66/33 IDE Channel 4 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB Ports IT8718 Floppy LPT KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 3 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) ( - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 9
circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual . • Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power have a problem related to the use of the product, - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 10
SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices Š Integrated in the South Bridge Š Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) "*" Only the GA-946-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 10 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 11
/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller Š iTE IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor Š System voltage detection Š CPU/System temperature detection Š CPU/System/Power fan speed detection Š CPU overheating warning Š CPU/System/Power fan fail warning Š CPU fan speed control BIOS Š 1 x 4 Mbit flash Š Use - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 12
Support for @BIOS Š Support for Download Center Š Support for Q-Flash Š Support for EasyTune (Note 4) Š Support for Xpress Install Š Support for Xpress Recovery2 Š Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Š Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Š Support for Microsoft® Windows GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 13
the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn off the computer • A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled (Refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for instructions on enabling - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 14
CPU into position. Step 5: Once the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 15
" when pushing down each push pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 16
sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always failure to start or incorrect detection of memory modules. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 16 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 17
English 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR2 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 18
expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Install the driver provided with the GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 18 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 19
peripherals. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port / Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED 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 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 20
Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Use this audio the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 21
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 22
power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power ) 24 Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 23
When connecting a fan cable, be sure to supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. 1 2 Definition GND +12V / Speed - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 24
types of floppy disk drives supported are: 360 KB, 720 KB cabling according to the role of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 2 40 1 39 GA-946-DS3/S3 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 25
. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. SATAII0 SATAII2 7 17 1 1 71 7 SATAII1 SATAII3 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). Pin No. Definition 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 1 3 MPD- System Status - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 26
and negative pins before connecting the cables. Message/Power/ Power Sleep LED Switch problem is detected at system startup. If a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 27
Line Out (L) 10 FSENSE2 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to the header. Pin No. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 28
GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC • Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. • Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 28 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 29
function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. Pin No. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 17) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 30
English 18) BAT The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned should face up). • Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 31
the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 32
, the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings. You can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. : Q-Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 32 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 33
the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-946-DS3 E1) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2007 Award Software ` Standard CMOS Features ` Advanced BIOS Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` PC Health Status - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 34
voltage and fan speed, etc. „ BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) „ Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes and the previous settings remain in effect. Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-946-DS3/S3 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 35
[None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard of the three methods below: • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 36
manually Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you to BIOS POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Typically, 640 KB will be reserved for the MS-DOS operating system. Extended Memory The amount of extended memory. Total Memory The total amount of memory installed on the system. GA-946-DS3/S3 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 37
time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 38
Windows XP operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 39
to USB Controller USB 2.0 Controller USB Keyboard Support USB Mouse Support Legacy USB storage detect Azalia Codec Onboard H/W SATA controller. Auto Lets BIOS set SATA devices to Combined is automatically configured to Combined mode, you can manually re-configure it to Enhanced mode as needed - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 40
to the following information for diagnosing your LAN cable: When No LAN Cable Is Attached... If no LAN cable is attached to the motherboard, the Status fields of all four pairs of wires will show Open and the Length fields show 0.0m, as shown in the figure above. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 40 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 41
DOS mode; it will operate at a normal speed of 10/100/1000Mbps in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. When a Cable Problem Occurs... If a cable problem occurs on a specified pair of wires, EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. - 41 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 42
any time. Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default). In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be off and a modem that supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 42 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 43
AC power, or the settings may not be effective. HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) HPET Mode ( the return of the AC power. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. - 43 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 44
,15 to the first PCI slot. BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the second PCI slot. (Default) Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the second PCI slot. BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the third PCI slot. (Default) Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the third PCI slot. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 45
(RPM) Displays current CPU/system/power fan speed. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/ 176oF, 90oC/194oF. CPU/SYSTEM/POWER - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 46
full speed. (Default: Enabled) CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to control CPU fan speed. This item can not be configured if Smart FAN Control Method is set to Disabled. Auto Lets BIOS autodetect , selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 46 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 47
(SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 667 High Speed DRAM DLL Settings DDR2 OverVoltage Control PCI-E OverVoltage values. (Default: Disabled) CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the CPU host frequency. This item is configurable only if the CPU supports this feature. - 47 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 48
Express Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the PCIe clock frequency. The Host Frequency (Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. High Speed DRAM DLL Settings Provides two different memory timing configurations. If by 0.1V to 0.3V at 0.1V increment. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 48 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 49
in damage to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU. - 49 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 50
Press on this item and then press the key to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults settings helps the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 50 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 51
Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Change/Set/Disable Password Press on this item and type the password with up to 8 characters and then press . You will be - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 52
F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Abandon all Data Press on this item and press the key. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Press or to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 52 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 53
other drivers. • After the drivers are installed, follow the onscreen instructions to restart your system. You can install other applications included in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 54
all the tools and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You may press the Install button following an item to install it. 3-3 Driver CD Information This page provides information about the drivers, applications and tools in this driver disk. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 54 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 55
English 3-4 Hardware Information This page provides information about the hardware devices on this motherboard. 3-5 Contact Us Check the contacts information of the GIGABYTE headquarter in Taiwan and the overseas branch offices on the last page of this manual. - 55 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 56
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on the amount of data). • It is recommended to back up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard drive access speed may affect the speed at which the data is backed up/restored. • It takes longer to back up a hard drive than to - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 58
Windows XP as the example operating system.) A. Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard Drive 1. Set CD-ROM drive as the first boot device under "Advanced BIOS Features" in the BIOS ) and begin the installation of the operating system (Figure 3). Figure 3 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 58 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 59
English 4. After the operating system is installed, right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop and select Manage (Figure 4). Go to Computer Management to check disk allocation. Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup file to the unallocated space (black stripe along the top)(Figure 5). Please - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 60
hard drive contains the Windows operating system. When the Windows operating system is detected, Xpress Recovery2 will begin the backup process (Figure 11). Figure 10 Figure 11 3. When finished, go to Disk Management to check disk allocation. Figure 12 GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 61
English D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2 Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present if no backup is created before (Figure 13, 14). Figure 13 Figure 14 E. Removing the Backup 1. If you wish to - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 62
two unique BIOS update tools, Q-FlashTM and @BIOSTM. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MSDOS mode. What is Q-FlashTM? With Q-Flash you can update the system BIOS without having to enter operating systems like MS-DOS or Window first - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 63
drive. In the main menu of Q- Flash, use the up or down arrow key to select Update BIOS from Drive and press . • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file. • Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. • If the - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 64
Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Load Optimized Defaults Press to load BIOS defaults Step 6: Select Save & Exit Setup and then press to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. The procedure is complete after the system restarts. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 64 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 65
All Programs>GIGABYTE> @BIOS>@BIOS C. Options and Instructions: 1. Save the Current BIOS File In the main dialog box of @BIOS, Save Current BIOS allows you to save the current BIOS file. 2. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function Select this option Click Update New BIOS Step 1: Select - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 66
matches your motherboard model. Updating the BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could result in an unbootable system. Step 4: As the system boots, press to enter the BIOS Setup program. Select Load Optimized Defaults and press to load BIOS defaults. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 66 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 67
tool, lets you do overclock and overvoltage in Windows environment, eliminating the need to enter the BIOS Setup program. EasyTune 5 provides the following functions (Note 1): overclocking/overvoltage, C.I.A./ M.I.B. (Note 2), smart fan control, and hardware monitoring and warning. (For instructions - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 68
memory on a Windows Vista certified USB flash drive to boost your computer's performance. You may enable ReadyBoost and allocate part of your USB flash drive's memory to speed up your computer. is one to three times the amount of RAM installed in your computer. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 68 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 69
microphone to the Mic in or Line in jack and manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. • If your front panel audio supports Intel HD Audio standard, you can have both the front and back panel front audio connectors active simultaneously. High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 70
Configuring AC'97 Audio: If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module, click the tool icon on the Audio I/O tab On the Global Connector Settings box, select the Disable front panel jack detection panel audio connections, but not both at the same time. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 70 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 71
if you want to output S/PDIF digital audio signals to an external decoder. A. Installing the S/PDIF In and Out Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the cable to the SPDIF_IO header on your motherboard. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 72
audio signals. S/PDIF Optical Cable B. Configuring S/PDIF out: Click the tool icon in the DIGITAL section. In the S/PDIF In/Out Settings dialog box, select an output sampling rate and select (or disable) the output source. Click OK to complete the configuration. GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 72 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 73
Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in your system tray. Double-click the icon to access the Audio Control Panel. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Line in jack on the front panel. Then - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 74
, or you will not hear any sound when playing back the recording you just made. Select Realtek HD Audio Input in the Mixer devie list GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard Recording Control - 74 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 75
Step 6: To raise the recording and playing sound for the microphone, go to Options in Master Volume and select Advanced Controls. Click the Advanced button under a volume control option (e.g. Front Green In, Front Pink In). In the Other Controls field, select the 1 Microphone Boost check box. Step - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 76
setting error 1 long, 1 short: Memory or motherboard error 1 long, 2 short: Monitor or graphics card error 1 long, 3 short: Keyboard error 1 long, 9 short: BIOS ROM error Continuous long beeps: Graphics card not inserted properly Continuous short beeps: Power error GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 76 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 77
Procedure If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and power cord etc. Make sure the motherboard does not short-circuit with the chassis or other - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 78
and exit BIOS Setup. No The keyboard or mouse might fail. The problem is problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Or go to the Support\Technical Service Zone page to submit your question. Our customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible. GA-946-DS3/S3 - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 79
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TEL: +86-24-83992901 FAX: +86-24-83992909 India GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY (INDIA) LIMITED WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.co.in/ Saudi Arabia WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.sa Australia GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY PTY. LTD. WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.au GA-946-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 82 - - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 83
Technology Co., Ltd. in SERBIA & MONTENEGRO WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.co.yu You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website. GIGABYTE Global Service System To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/ Marketing) question - Gigabyte GA-946-DS3 | Manual - Page 84
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GA-946-DS3/
GA-946-S3
LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel
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Core
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processor family/
Intel
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Pentium
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processor family/Intel
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Celeron
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processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 3301
12ME-946DS3-3301R
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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.