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GA-EP45C-DS3R/ GA-EP45C-DS3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45CDS3R-1001R - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-EP45C-DS3R/GA-EP45C-DS3 May. 15, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45C-DS3R/ GA-EP45C-DS3 May. 15, 2008 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-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-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram...8 Chapter 1 Hardware (M.I.T 39 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 46 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 48 2-6 IntegratedPeripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 55 2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations 57 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 5
Drivers 65 3-2 Application Software 66 3-3 Technical Manuals 66 3-4 Contact ...67 3-5 System ...67 3-6 Download Center 68 Chapter 4 Unique Features 69 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 69 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 74 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 74 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-EP45C-DS3R or GA-EP45C-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O Shield Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. • The box contents above are for reference only and the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 7
GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 LGA775 USB_1394_1 USB_LAN2 CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 USB_LAN1 RTL8111C FDD AUDIO F_AUDIO Intel® P45 SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 8
MHz) RTL RTL 8111C 8111C LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400/333/266MHz) Host Interface DDR2 1066/800/667 MHz Intel® P45 Dual Channel Memory DDR3 1600/1333 1066/800 MHz Dual MHz) Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 8 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 9
manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory on the computer power during the installation process - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 10
SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 Š JMicron 368 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices Š iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 11
the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Internal Connectors Š 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Š 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Š 1 x floppy disk drive connector Š 1 x IDE connector Š 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors Š 1 x CPU fan header Š 2 x system fan - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 12
4) Whether the CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 6) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 12 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 13
drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. LGA775 CPU Socket Alignment Key LGA 775 CPU Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 14
corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the 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-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 14 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 15
CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Use - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 16
, a message which says memory is operating in Flex Memory Mode will appear during the POST. Intel® Flex Memory Technology offers greater flexibility to upgrade by allowing different memory sizes to be populated and remain in Dual Channel mode/performance. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 16 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 17
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR2 and DDR3 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs on this motherboard. Populating DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules simultaneously is not supported. Notch DDR2 DDR2 DDR3 DDR2 DDR2 DDR3 DDR2 DIMM - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 18
motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Install the driver GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 19
signal cable and SATA power cable to your SATA device. For SATA device in external enclosure, you only need to connect the SATA signal cable. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off the power of the external enclosure. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. - 19 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 20
IEEE 1394a device. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for 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. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 21
to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack ( ). Refer to 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." - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 22
1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1 power 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. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 23
1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 24
drives supported are: 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be sure to locate pin 1 of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. The pin 1 of the cable is typically designated by a stripe of different color. 34 33 GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 25
master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 1 2 39 40 8) SATA2_0 supports a single SATA device. SATA2_4 7 1 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA2_0 1 7 SATA2_1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND Only for GA-EP45C-DS3 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 26
LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). Pin No. Definition 1 MPD+ 1 2 MPD- 3 MPD- System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 26 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 27
positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. Message/Power/ Power Sleep LED Switch Speaker MSG+ MSG- PW+ PWSPEAK 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 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 28
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 on how to activate AC'97 functioninality via . Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 28 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 29
Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND 14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 30
the power outlet to prevent damage to the IEEE 1394a bracket. • To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to the IEEE 1394a device. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 30 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 31
17) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 Definition STBAFDPD0 ERRPD1 INITPD2 SLINPD3 GND PD4 GND PD5 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 32
unplug the power cord from the power outlet before motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 33
) BAT (BATTERY) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: 1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute. ( - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 34
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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-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 36
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-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 36 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 37
accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP45C-DS3R D18c) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software ` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ` Standard CMOS Features ` Advanced BIOS Features ` Integrated Peripherals ` Power Management Setup ` PnP/PCI Configurations ` PC Health - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 38
integrated LAN, etc. „ Power Management Setup Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. „ PnP/ BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) „ Security Chip Configuration Use this menu to configure the TPM function. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 39
: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults (Note 1) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item appears only if you install a memory module that - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 40
allows the BIOS to overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 41
specifications. PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the PCIe clock frequency. The adjustable range is is designed to automatically adjust CPU computing power to maximize system performance. C.I.A.2 allows occurs after overclocking, lower the overclocking ratio. >>>>> BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 42
Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP Manual allows all DRAM Timing items below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual. (Note) This item appears only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 43
` KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 43 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 44
Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase1 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase2 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 45
DRAM Voltage The default is Auto. DRAM Termination The default is Auto. Channel A Reference The default is Auto. Channel B Reference The default is Auto. ******** - 45 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 46
Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory 640K 510M KLJI: Move Enter: devices by using one of the three methods below: GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 46 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 47
BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used, set this item to None so the system will skip the detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you to - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 48
the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 48 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 49
operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 50
the BIOS to initialize the hard drive as the system boots up. The adjustable range is from 0 to 15 seconds. (Default: 0) Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE the PCI Express x8 slot (PCIEX8_1) as the first display. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 50 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 51
Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controllers. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3. - 51 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 52
controllers integrated in the Intel ICH10 Southbridge to AHCI AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native GA-EP45C-DS3. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 52 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 53
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 in the figure above. When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... If no cable problem is detected on the LAN cable connected to a Gigabit hub or a 10 53 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 54
at a normal speed of 10/100/1000 Mbps 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, the Status (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 54 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 55
, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. (Default: Enabled) Power On by Ring Allows the system to be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a modem that supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 56
upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Full-On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 56 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 57
IRQ Assignment Auto 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the first PCI slot. (Default) Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the first PCI slot - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 58
), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/ 176oF, 90oC/194oF. CPU/SYSTEM/POWER FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the CPU/system/power fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 58 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 59
CPU temperature. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on system requirements. If disabled, CPU fan runs at full speed. (Default: Enabled) - 59 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 60
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. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 60 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 61
view the BIOS settings but not to make changes. To clear the password, press on the password item and when requested for the password, press again. The message "PASSWORD DISABLED" will appear, indicating the password has been cancelled. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. - 61 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 62
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. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 63
> on [YES] again, then the system will reboot and clear the settings. Security Chip State Displays the current settings in the security chip. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. (Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. - 63 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 64
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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-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 66
that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 66 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 67
3-4 Contact Click the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. Or read the last page of this manual to check the contact information for GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices. 3-5 System This page provides the basic system information. - 67 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 68
3-6 Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE Web site. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 68 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 69
operating system and drivers are installed. • The Windows® XP with SP1 or later • Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are different utilities. For example, a backup file created with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. • Hard drives in RAID - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 70
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-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 70 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 71
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 note that - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 72
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-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 will automatically create - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 73
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 remove the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 74
Inc. EP45C-DS3R D18c . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 06/06/2008-P45-ICH10-7A89PG02C-00 Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 74 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 75
HDD 0-0 Keep DMI Data Enable Update BIOS from Drive Sa0vefilBeI(Os)SfotounDdrive KL:Move ESC:Reset :Power Off Total size : 0 Free size : 0 3. Select the BIOS update file and press . Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. Step 2: The process - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 76
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. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 77
location and then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard model. Follow the on- screen instructions to complete. If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 78
hardware components such as CPU, chipset, and memory and reduce the useful life of these components. Before you do the overclock/overvoltage, make sure that you fully know each function of EasyTune 6, or system instability or other unexpected results may occur. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 78 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 79
design, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced is able to provide exceptional power savings and enhanced power efficiency without Update (Check for the latest utility version) • The above data is for reference only. Actual performance may vary depending on motherboard model. • CPU Power and Power - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 80
be recorded until re-activated when only the Dynamic Power Saver is under the enable status, and power savings meter is unable to reset to zero. (Note 5) Dynamic Energy Saver Meter will automatically reset when the total power saving reaches 99999999 Watts. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 80 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 81
the destination USB flash drive. Click OK to complete. Figure 2 Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. (Note 1) This feature is optional due to different regional policy. (Note 2) When more than one user stores their TPM keys in the BIOS, the latter key will replace the former key. (Note 3) If you incorrectly - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 82
After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE> Q-Share.exe to launch the Updates Q-Share online Displays the current Q-Share version Exits Q-Share (Note) This option is available only when data sharing is NOT enabled. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 83
4-7 Time Repair Based on the Microsoft Volume Shadow Copy Services technology, Time Repair allows you to quickly back up and restore your system data in the Windows Vista operating system. Time Repair supports NTFS file system and can restore system data on PATA and SATA hard drives. System Restore - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 84
Windows XP: Select Realtek Ethernet Teaming Utility and click Install. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver Step 3: Choose Teaming and click the Create Team button. Step 4: Give a name for the Team, e.g. Teaming, and set up the Teaming mode based on button. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 84 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 85
B. Enabling Teaming Functionality in Windows Vista: Select Realtek Ethernet Teaming Utility and click Install. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Application Software, Install Application Software. Click Install under Realtek Ethernet Teaming Utility for installation. Restart - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 86
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drive and the other end to an available SATA port on the motherboard. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. Only for GA-EP45C-DS3R. (Note 1) Skip this step if you do not want to create RAID array on the SATA controller. (Note 2) Required when the SATA controller - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 88
1 Step 2: Save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 88 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 89
C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed to the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 90
: RAID Level : Disks : Strip Size : Capacity : Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) Select Disks 128KB 223.6 GB Create Volume [ HELP ] The following are typical values: RAID0 - 128KB RAID10 - 64KB RAID5 - 64KB [KL]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 5 [ENTER]-Select GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 91
option ROM v8.5.0.1013 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 4. Exit RAID Volumes : ID Name 0 Volume0 Physical Disks : Port Drive Model 0 ST3120026AS 1 ST3120026AS - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 92
wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed. [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name Volume0 Level RAID0(Stripe) reset the disks to non-RAID. WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED. [KL]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 8 [DEL]-Delete Volume GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 92 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 93
SATA controller from the motherboard driver disk to a floppy disk. For installing Windows Vista, you first have to copy the SATA controller driver from the motherboard driver disk to your USB flash drive and then extract it (see instructions on the next page). See the instructions below about how to - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 94
?" message, and then press to begin extracting the driver. After the driver is extracted, a screen similar to that in Figure 6 will appear. Figure 5 Figure 6 (Note) To install the Windows Vista 64-bit operating system, please copy the MSM64 file. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 94 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 95
disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press (Figure 2). Windows Setup Setup could not determine the type of one or more mass storage devices installed in your system, or you have chosen to manually specify an adapter. Currently, Setup will load support for the following mass storage - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 96
, press S. * If you do not have any device support disks from a mass storage device manufacturer, or do not want to specify additional mass storage devices for use with Windows, press ENTER. S=Specify Additional Device ENTER=Continue F3=Exit Figure 4 GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 96 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 97
Step 4: After the SATA RAID/AHCI driver installation is completed, you can proceed with the Windows XP installation. WindowsXP Professional Setup Welcome to Setup. This port of the Setup program prepares Microsoft(R) Windows (R) XP to run on your computer. To set up Windows XP now, press ENTER. To - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 98
disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When a screen similar to that below appears, select Load Driver. (Figure 6). Figure 6 Step 2: Specify the location where the driver is saved, such as your floppy disk or USB flash drive (Figure 7). Figure 7 GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 98 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 99
Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 8 appears, select Intel(R) ICH8R/ICH9R/ICH10R SATA RAID Controller (Note) and press Next. Figure 8 Step 4: After the driver is loaded, select the RAID/AHCI drive(s) where you want to install the operating system and then press Next to continue the OS - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 100
jack and manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. • If your front panel audio supports Intel HD Audio (The following instructions use Windows XP as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 100 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 101
Step 2: Click the Audio I/O tab. In the speaker list on the left, select 2CH Speaker, 4CH Speaker, 6CH Speaker, or 8CH Speaker according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up. Step 3: Everytime you connect an audio device to an audio jack, the Connected device box appears. Select - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 102
for audio processing. A. Installing the S/PDIF In Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the cable to the SPDIF_I header on your motherboard. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 102 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 103
S/PDIF Out: The S/PDIF out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. B. Conneting a S/PDIF out Cable Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 104
channel surround sound playback from two- channel content. B. Windows Vista Install the Dolby GUI Software driver from the motherboard driver disk. Click the Start icon to All Programs, Dolby will not hear any sound from analog speakers or headphone. GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 104 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 105
5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the Audio Manager icon will appear in your system tray. Doubleclick the icon to access the Audio Control Panel. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 106
the Recording option to set the recording sound for your recording device(s) altogether. Select Realtek HD Audio Input in the Mixer device list Recording Control GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 106 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 107
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-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 108
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-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 108 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 109
the CPU No cooler on the CPU. Connect the CPU cooler power cable to the motherboard. The problem is verified and solved. No Correctly insert the memory into the memory socket. The problem is verified and solved. Press to enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Fail-Safe Defaults" (or "Load - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 110
power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. The problem is verified 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-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 111
GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort. - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 112
disposed of properly. China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table The following table is supplied in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: GA-EP45C-DS3R/DS3 Motherboard - 112 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-DS3 | Manual - Page 113
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GA-EP45C-DS3R/
GA-EP45C-DS3
LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel
®
Core
TM
processor family/
Intel
®
Pentium
®
processor family/Intel
®
Celeron
®
processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-EP45CDS3R-1001R