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GA-P31-DS3/ GA-P31-DS3L/ GA-P31-S3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-P31DS3-1001R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-P31-DS3/GA-P31-DS3L/GA-P31-S3L Jul. 20, 2007 Motherboard GA-P31-DS3/GA-P31-DS3L/ GA-P31-S3L Jul. 20, 2007 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 4
...6 GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L 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 Installing the Memory 16 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 5
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 Vista ReadyBoost 68 Chapter 5 Appendix ...69 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 69 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-P31-DS3, GA-P31-DS3L or GA-P31-S3L 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 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 7
GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout KB_MS COAXIAL OPTICAL ATX_12V LGA775 CPU_FAN COMA LPT PWR_FAN GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L USB USB LAN F_AUDIO Intel® P31 AUDIO SYS_FAN1 DDRII1 PCIE_3 ATX CD_IN RTL8111B PCIE_16 DDRII2 DDRII3 DDRII4 PCIE_1 CLR_CMOS SPDIF_O CODEC PCIE_2 PCI1 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 8
) LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(333/266/200 MHz) PCI Express Bus PCI Express x16 LAN RJ45 RTL 8111B x1 3 PCI Express x1 x 1 x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Bus Host Interface DDR2 800/667 MHz Intel® P31 Dual Channel Memory MCH CLK (333/266/200 MHz) Intel® ICH7 CODEC BIOS ATA-100/66 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 9
discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 10
connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive 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-P31-DS3/DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 10 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 11
Š 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Š 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector Š 1 x floppy disk drive connector Š 1 x IDE connector Š 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors Š 1 x CPU fan header Š 2 x system fan headers Š 1 x power fan header Š 1 x front panel header Š 1 x front panel audio header Š 1 x CD - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 12
during system startup. (Note 2) Some memory configurations will result in memory frequency being reduced from the original frequency. (Please refer to to Page 16 for more information.) (Note 3) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 12 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 13
is optimized for HT Technology • A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled (Refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for instructions on enabling the HT Technology.) 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 14 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 15
. 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 above, the installation is complete - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 16
table for optimum performance. 3. Because of chipset limitations, do not populate both DIMM sockets of the same channel (e.g. DDRII1 and DDRII2) with double-sided memory modules to prevent system's failure to start or incorrect detection of memory modules. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 16 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 17
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 DIMM A DDR2 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 18
expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. , go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Install the driver provided with the GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 19
supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 20
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." GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 21
Connectors 1 3 11 4 13 19 15 14 17 7 6 2 18 9 5 8 16 10 12 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1 5) SYS_FAN2 6) PWR_FAN 7) FDD 8) IDE1 9) SATAII0/1/2/3 10) PWR_LED 11) F_AUDIO has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 22
to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet 5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 22 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 23
wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire. The motherboard 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 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 24
master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 2 40 1 39 9) 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 RXN RXP GND GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 25
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 the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When using an AC'97 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 26
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 26 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 27
the header. Pin No. Definition 1 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 14) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header) 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 contact - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 28
PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND 16) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 28 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 29
the jumper. Failure to do so may cause damage to the 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). - 29 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 30
19) BAT(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 face up). • Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 30 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 31
that searches and downloads the 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 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 32
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 32 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 33
the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-P31-DS3 E14) 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-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 34
CPU, memory, 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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 35
Lets 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 enter the specifications of - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 36
are determined by the 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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 36 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 37
BIOS Features ` Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability CPU Hyper-Threading (Note) Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) (Note) CPU - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 38
first display. (Default) PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card as the first display. (Note) 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 website. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 38 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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 the integrated SATA controller. Lets BIOS set SATA devices to Combined automatically configured to Combined mode, you can manually re-configure it to Enhanced mode as needed - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 40
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 40 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 41
/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, the Status field will show Short and thenlength shown (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. - 41 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 42
time. S3(STR) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default). In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be modem that supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 42 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 43
specific day in a month. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm : Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically. Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be effective. HPET Support ATX an ATX Memory - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 45
device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the CPU temperature. Current CPU/SYSTEM/POWER FAN Speed (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 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 46
PWM mode for a 4-pin CPU fan. Note: The Voltage mode can be set for a 3-pin CPU fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. However, for a 4-pin CPU fan that is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 46 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 47
1066 MHz FSB CPU, set this item to 266 MHz. For a 1333 MHz FSB CPU, set this item to 333 MHz. Important It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 47 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 48
2 Memory Timing Configuration 2. System Voltage Control Determines whether to manually set the system voltages. Auto lets BIOS automatically set the system voltages as required. Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Manual) GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 49
the CPU voltage as required. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result 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-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 50
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 50 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-S3L | 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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 52 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 54
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 54 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 56
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up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard Intel® x86 platform • At least 64 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® 2000 with SP3 are not supported. • Hard drives in RAID/AHCI mode are not supported. "*" Xpress - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 58
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 58 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 60
from the motherboard driver disk to P31 BIOS for P31-DS3 E14 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 07/02/2007-P31 Management to check disk allocation. Figure 12 GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Xpress Recovery2 will automatically create a new - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | 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-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 62
for P31-DS3 E14 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 07/02/2007-P31-ICH7-6A79OG0WC-00 Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 63
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 BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 64
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 64 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 65
and Using @BIOS: Use the motherboard driver disk included with the motherboard to install @BIOS. • Installing the @BIOS utility. • Accessing the @BIOS utility. Select @BIOS and click Install. Click Start>Programs>GIGABYTE>@BIOS C. Options and Instructions: 1. Save the Current BIOS File In the - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 66
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 66 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 67
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 on using EasyTune5, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Utility - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 68
device. Under Space to reserve for system speed, set the amount of memory space to use for ReadyBoost using the slider or spin box. Click Apply of memory to use for ReadyBoost acceleration is one to three times the amount of RAM installed in your computer. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 68 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 69
the icon to access the Audio Control Panel. Before installing the audio 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 Pack for Windows. (Note - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 70
front panel jack detection check box. Click OK to activiate the AC'97 functionality. When using an AC'97 front panel audio module, you can only have audio signals present on either the front or the back panel audio connections, but not both at the same time. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 70 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 71
In: The S/PDIF in jacks allow you to input digital audio signals to the computer 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_IN header on your motherboard. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the chassis back - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 72
English 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 ) the output source. Click OK to complete the configuration. GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 72 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 73
English 5-1-3 Configuring 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 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 74
, select Realtek HD Audio Input. Then set the recording sound level properly. Do NOT mute the recording sound, 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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Recording Control - 74 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 75
, point to Programs, point to Accessories, point to Entertainment, and then click Sound Recorder to begin the sound recording. 5-1-4 Using the Sound Recorder Recording the Sound: 1. Make sure you have connected the audio input device (e.g. microphone) to the computer. 2. On the File menu, choose New - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 76
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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 76 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 77
and solved. Secure 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 - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 78
. END If the procedure above is unable to solve your 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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 78 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 79
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: +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-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 82 - - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 83
The Netherlands GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY B.V. WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.nl Sweden WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.se France GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY FRANCE WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.fr Italy WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.it Spain GIGA-BYTE SPAIN WEB address : http://www.giga-byte.es - Gigabyte GA-P31-S3L | Manual - Page 84
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GA-P31-DS3/
GA-P31-DS3L/
GA-P31-S3L
LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel
®
Core
TM
processor family/
Intel
®
Pentium
®
processor family/Intel
®
Celeron
®
processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-P31DS3-1001R
*
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.