Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R Manual
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GA-EP45C-UD3R/ GA-EP45C-UD3 LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-EP45CUD3R-1001R - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-EP45C-UD3R/GA-EP45C-UD3 Oct. 22, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP45C-UD3R/ GA-EP45C-UD3 Oct. 22, 2008 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-UD3R | Manual - Page 4
...6 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 5
102 5-2-2 Installing the S/PDIF In Cable (Optional 104 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 106 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 108 5-3 Troubleshooting 109 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 109 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 110 5-4 Regulatory Statements 112 Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. - 5 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-EP45C-UD3R or GA-EP45C-UD3 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-UD3R. • The box contents above are for reference only and the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 7
GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Layout PWR_FAN KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_2 LGA775 USB_1394_1 R_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 F_PANEL AUDIO F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Intel® P45 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR3_1 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 DDR3_2 PWR_LED RTL8111C PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 8
BIOS Intel® ICH10R Intel® ICH10 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports CODEC LPC Bus IT8718 Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 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) Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. Only for GA-EP45C - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 9
's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 10
in the LGA 775 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L2 cache varies with CPU 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB North Bridge: Intel® P45 Express Chipset South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R / ICH10 DDR3: 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory Dual - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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 8 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors Š 1 x CPU fan header Š 2 x system fan - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 12
, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Whether the CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 12 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 13
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn memory, hard 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 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 14 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 15
below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the example cooler.) Step 1: CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 16 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 17
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 DDR3 DIMM A DDR2/DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 18 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 19
with a screw. Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket to the SATA port on your motherboard. Step 3: Step 4: Connect the power Plug one end of the cable from the bracket SATA signal enclosure. 1 The SATA bracket is included with the GA-EP45C-UD3R only. - 19 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-UD3R | Manual - Page 22
4 11 12 10 23 21 15 20 8 9 4 13 14 19 18 6 17 16 7 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) FDD 7) IDE 8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 9) GSATA2_0/1 10) PWR_LED 11) F_AUDIO 12 been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 22 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 23
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 is recommended by the CPU manufacturer when using an Intel Extreme Edition CPU (130W). • To meet expansion - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 24
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. 33 1 34 2 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 25
SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The ICH10R controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring number of hard drives must be an even number. Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. - 25 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 26
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The GIGABYTE SATA2 controller supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a of hard drives must be an even number. Only for GA-EP45C-UD3. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 26 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 27
Off 11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your 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 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 28
heard if no 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," for information about and the pin assignments are matched correctly. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 28 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 29
to the header. Pin No. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 14) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header, Red) This header supports digital S/PDIF in and can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable, please - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 30
supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 30 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 31
17) F1_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header, Gray) The header conforms to IEEE 1394a specification. The IEEE 1394a header can provide one IEEE 1394a port via an optional IEEE 1394a bracket. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 32
Pin 20) CI (Chassis Intrusion 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. Pin No. Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 32 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 33
clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to 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 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 34
23) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off should face up). • Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 34 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 35
latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." • Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 36
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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 36 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 37
(as shown below) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-EP45C-UD3R E9c) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software ` MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ` Standard CMOS Features ` Advanced - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 38
and exit 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-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 38 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 39
Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Memory Frequency (Mhz) DRAM Timing Selectable >>>>> Standard Timing Control a CPU that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item appears only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 39 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 40
memory. Auto allows the BIOS 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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 41
with the CPU specifications. PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the PCIe clock frequency. The adjustable range is from 90 MHz when system instability occurs after overclocking, lower the overclocking ratio. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control Optimized Defaults - 41 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 42
System Memory Multiplier settings. DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Manual allows all DRAM timing control 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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 42 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 43
: Auto (default), 1~255. tRTP Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Command Rate(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~3. ******** ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 43 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 44
Control Options are: Auto (default), +800ps~-700ps. DIMM2 Clock Skew Control Options are: Auto (default), +800ps~-700ps. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 45
memory parameters to enhance memory compatibility. Auto Lets the BIOS decide whether to enable this function. (Default) Disabled Disables this function. Enabled Enables this function to enhance memory Auto (default), 667MHz, 800MHz, 1066MHz, OC-1200, OC-1333. Data Driving Pull-Up Level Options - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 46
voltage more constant under light and heavy CPU load. Disabled sets the CPU voltage following Intel specifications. (Default: Disabled) CPU Vcore The default is Auto. CPU Termination The default The default is Auto. Channel B Reference The default is Auto. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 46 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 47
[None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A Floppy 3 Mode Support [1.44M, 3.5"] [Disabled] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] KLJI: Move Enter: Select F5: : General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 48
manually Mode Support Allows you 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-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 49
3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C2/C2E State Support (Note) C4/C4E State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 49 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 50
Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. This function CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 50 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 51
Allows you to set a delay time for 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 Logo at system startup. Disabled displays normal POST message - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 52
that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA Intel ICH10 Southbridge) Configures the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel support Native mode. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. Only for GA-EP45C-UD3. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-UD3R | Manual - Page 54
Problem Occurs... If a cable problem GIGABYTE SATA2 Chip) Enables or disables the IDE and SATA controllers integrated in the GIGABYTE SATA 2 chip. (Default: Enabled) Onboard SATA/IDE Ctrl Mode (GIGABYTE that allows the storage driver to enable RAID/IDE GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 54 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 55
of Month) Alarm x Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm HPET Support (Note) x HPET Mode (Note) Power On By Mouse Power Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the + supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. - 55 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 56
. Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A Memory The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. 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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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-UD3R | Manual - Page 58
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/ or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 58 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 59
only if CPU Smart FAN Control is set to Enabled or Auto. Auto Lets BIOS autodetect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU fan control mode CPU fan that is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. - 59 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 60
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-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 60 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 61
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-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 62
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-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 62 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 63
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-UD3R | Manual - Page 64
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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 64 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 65
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. - 65 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 66
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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 66 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 67
system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard it. System Requirements: • Intel® platform • At least 64 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 68
Drive 1. Set CD-ROM drive as the first boot device under "Advanced BIOS Features" in the BIOS Setup program. Save the changes and exit. 2. When partitioning your hard drive example, NTFS) and begin the installation of the operating system (Figure 3). Figure 3 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 68 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 69
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-UD3R | Manual - Page 70
from the motherboard driver disk to Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. EP45C-UD3R E9c . . . . : BIOS Setup Management to check disk allocation. Figure 12 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 will automatically create a new partition - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 71
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-UD3R | Manual - Page 72
Inc. EP45C-UD3R E9c . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/09/2008-P45-ICH10-7A69PG05C-00 Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 72 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 73
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 of the system reading the BIOS file from the floppy disk is displayed on the screen. When the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 74
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-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 74 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 75
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 the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 76
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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 76 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 77
Energy Saver Advanced Interface A. Meter Mode In Meter Mode, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced shows how much power they have saved Live Utility Update (Check for the latest utility version) • The above data is for reference only. Actual performance may vary depending on motherboard model. • - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 78
continue to run in taskbar) 15 INFO/Help 16 Live Utility Update (Check for the latest utility version) C. Stealth Mode In the CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) and CPU EIST Function items in the BIOS Setup program are set to Enabled. (Note 2) Maximize system power GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 78 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 79
for using Q-Share After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE> Q-Share.exe to launch the Q-Share tool. shared data folder Changes the data folder to be shared (Note) Updates Q-Share online Displays the current Q-Share version Exits Q-Share (Note - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 80
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 so you cannot edit the contents of a shadow copy. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 80 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 81
disk. • Motherboard driver disk. 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers motherboard, the SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4 and SATA2_5 ports are supported by ICH10R Southbridge.) Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 82
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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 82 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 83
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 Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1039 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 84
select a RAID level (Figure 4). There are four RAID levels supported: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 (the , press . Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1039 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights ]-Select GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 84 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 85
6). Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1039 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1039 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation the ICH10R RAID BIOS utility, press or select Exit in MAIN MENU. - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 86
press to confirm or to abort. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1039 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reversed. [ DELETE VOLUME BE DELETED. [KL]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 8 [DEL]-Delete Volume GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 86 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 87
Optimized Defaults Only for GA-EP45C-UD3R. Only for GA-EP45C-UD3. 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. - 87 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 88
memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press to enter RAID Setup Utility" (Figure 2). Press + to enter the GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID BIOS utility. GIGABYTE about the selected hard drive. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 88 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 89
key to select RAID 0 (Stripe), RAID 1 (Mirror), or JBOD (Figure 5). Then press to move onto the next step. GIGABYTE Technology Corp. PCIE-to-SATAII/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v1.06.78 [ Create New RAID ] [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Name: GRAID Level: 0-Stripe Disks: Select Disk Block: 128 KB - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 90
stripe block size (Figure 6), ranging from 4 KB to 128 KB. Press . GIGABYTE Technology Corp. PCIE-to-SATAII/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v1.06.78 [ Create New RAID ] [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Name: GRAID ]-Delete Number Figure 7 [ENTER]-Next [ESC]-Abort GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 90 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 91
array and press . A small window displaying the array information will appear in the center of the screen (Figure 9). GIGABYTE Technology Corp. PCIE-to-SATAII/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v1.06.78 [ Main Menu ] [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 92
the RAID BIOS utility, then press (Figure 10). GIGABYTE Technology Corp. PCIE-to-SATAII/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v1.06. create the SATA RAID/AHCI driver diskette and the installation of the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. Delete the GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 92 - [ESC]-Abort - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 93
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 copy the driver in MS-DOS mode(Note). Prepare a startup disk that has CD-ROM support and a blank formatted floppy - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 94
AHCI driver diskette and configured the required BIOS 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 2 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 95
the motherboard driver disk. When the screen as shown below appears, press to continue the driver installation from the floppy disk. The driver installation will be finished in about one minute. Windows Setup Setup will load support for the following mass storage device(s): Intel(R) ICH8R - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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 6 GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 96 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | 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) - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 98
assumes that only one RAID array exists in your system.) Intel ICH10R SATA controllers: Step 1: Restart your system to boot drive containing the driver files and browse to the 32Bit (for Windows Vista 32-bit) or 64Bit (for Windows Vista 64-bit) folder. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Figure 9 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 99
Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 10 appears, select Intel(R) ICH8R/ICH9R/ICH10R SATA RAID Controller (Note) and press Next. Figure 10 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-UD3R | Manual - Page 100
directory: \BootDrv\GSATA\32Bit For Windows Vista 64-bit, browse to the 64Bit folder. Method B: Insert the USB flash drive containing the driver files and browse to the 32Bit (for Windows Vista 32-bit) or 64Bit (for Windows Vista 64-bit) folder. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard Figure 13 - 100 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 101
Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 14 appears, select GIGABYTE GBB36X Controller and press Next. Figure 14 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 installation (Figure - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 102
driver, make sure the "Microsoft UAA Bus driver for High Definition Audio" has been installed from the motherboard driver disk and your operating system has been updated with the latest Service speaker out, Center/Subwoofer speaker out, and Side speaker out. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 102 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 103
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-UD3R | Manual - Page 104
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-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 104 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 105
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-UD3R | Manual - Page 106
5-2-3 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 the Volume icon in your system tray and click it to open the volume control panel. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 106 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 107
Step 4: To hear the sound being recorded during the record- ing process when using the microphone function on or the front panel, do not select the Mute check box under Front Pink In or Front Green In in Master Volume. It is recommended that you set the volume at a middle level. To hear the - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 108
the Stop button . 5. You may use the Fast Forward button to move to the beginning of a file or the Fast Backward button to the end. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 108 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 109
5-3 Troubleshooting 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support\Motherboard\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's website. Q:In the BIOS Setup program, why are some BIOS options missing? A: Some advanced options are hidden in the BIOS Setup program. Press < - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 110
the memory into the memory socket. The problem is verified and solved. Press to enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Fail-Safe Defaults" (or "Load Optimized Defaults"). Select "Save & Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. A (Continued...) GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 110 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 111
Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. No The keyboard or mouse might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the 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 - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 112
product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 112 - - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 113
Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or - Gigabyte GA-EP45C-UD3R | Manual - Page 114
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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, please link to : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Then select your language to enter the system. GA-EP45C-UD3R/UD3 Motherboard - 116 -
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GA-EP45C-UD3R/
GA-EP45C-UD3
LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel
®
Core
TM
processor family/
Intel
®
Pentium
®
processor family/Intel
®
Celeron
®
processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-EP45CUD3R-1001R