Gigabyte GA-8GVMT4: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process

Step 2: Install memory modules

Before installing the processor and heatsink, adhere to the following warning:

When DIMM LED is ON, do not install/remove DIMM from socket.

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Please note that the DIMM module can only fit in one direction due to the one notches.

Wrong orientation will cause improper installation. Please change the insert orientation.

The motherboard has 2 dual inline memory module (DIMM) sockets. The BIOS will automatically detects

memory type and size. To install the memory module, just push it vertically into the DIMM socket .The

DIMM module can only fit in one direction due to the notch. Memory size can vary between sockets.

Notch

DDR

Total Memory Sizes With Unbuffered DDR DIMM

Devices used on DIMM 1 DIMM x 64 2 DIMMs x 64

64 Mbit (2Mx8x4 banks) 128 MBytes 256 MBytes

64 Mbit (1Mx16x4 banks) 32 MBytes 64 MBytes

128 Mbit(4Mx8x4 banks) 256 MBytes 512 MBytes

128 Mbit(2Mx16x4 banks) 64 MBytes 128 MBytes

256 Mbit(8Mx8x4 banks) 512 MBytes 1 GBytes

256 Mbit(4Mx16x4 banks) 128 MBytes 256 MBytes

512 Mbit(16Mx8x4 banks) 1 GBytes 2 GBytes

512 Mbit(8Mx16x4 banks) 256 MBytes 512 MBytes

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1. The DIMM slot has a notch, so the DIMM

memory module can only fit in one direction.

2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into

the DIMM slot. Then push it down.

3. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM

slots to lock the DIMM module.

Reverse the installation steps when you wish

to remove the DIMM module.

DDR Introduction

Established on the existing SDRAM industry infrastructure, DDR (Double Data Rate) memory is a high

performance and cost-effective solution that allows easy adoption for memory vendors, OEMs and

system integrators.

DDR memory is a sensible evolutionary solution for the PC industry that builds on the existing SDRAM

infrastructure, yet makes awesome advances in solving the system performance bottleneck by doubling

the memory bandwidth. DDR SDRAM will offer a superior solution and migration path from existing

SDRAM designs due to its availability, pricing and overall market support. PC2100 DDR memory

(DDR266) doubles the data rate through reading and writing at both the rising and falling edge of the clock,

achieving data bandwidth 2X greater than PC133 when running with the same DRAM clock frequency.

With peak bandwidth of 2.664GB per second, DDR memory enables system OEMs to build high

performance and low latency DRAM subsystems that are suitable for servers, workstations, high-end

PC's and value desktop SMA systems. With a core voltage of only 2.5 Volts compared to conventional

SDRAM's 3.3 volts, DDR memory is a compelling solution for small form factor desktops and notebook

applications.

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Step 3: Install expansion cards

1. Read the related expansion card’s instruction document before install the expansion card into

the computer.

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2. Remove your computer’s chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.

3. Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.

4. Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.

5. Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.

6. Replace your computer’s chassis cover.

7. Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.

8. Install related driver from the operating system

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Step 4: Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power

supply

Step4-1 : I/O Back Panel Introduction

YZ

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X

[

XX

XX

X PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector

PS/2 Mouse Connector

This connector supports standard PS/2

(6 pin Female)

keyboard and PS/2 mouse.

PS/2 Keyboard Connector

(6 pin Female)

YY

Y Parallel Port ,VGA port and Serial Ports (COMA)

YY

 This mainboard supports 1 standard COM port,

Parallel Port

1 VGA port and 1 LPT port. Device like printer

(25 pin Female)

can be connected to LPT port ; mouse and

modem etc can be connected to COM port.

COMA VGA

Serial Port

VGA Port

(9 pin Male)

(15 pin Female)

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ZZ

ZZ

Z Game /MIDI Ports

This connector supports joystick, MIDI keyboard and other

relate audio devices.

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Joystick/ MIDI (15 pin Female)

 After install onboard audio driver, you may connect

\ Audio Connectors

speaker to Line Out jack, micro phone to MIC In jack.

Device like CD-ROM , walkman etc can be connected

to Line-In jack.

Please note:

You are able to use 2-/4-/6- channel audio feature by

Line Out

MIC In

S/W selection.

(Center and Subwoofer)

(Front

If you want to enable 6-channel function, you have 2

Speaker)

choose for hardware connection.

Line In

Method1:

(Rear Speaker)

Connect “Front Speaker” to “Line Out”

Connect “Rear Speaker” to “Line In”

Connect “Center and Subwooferr” to “MIC Out “.

Method2:

You can refer to page 23, and contact your nearest dealer

for optional SUR_CEN cable.

If you want the detail information for 2-/4-/6-channel audio setup

installation, please refer to “2-/4-/6-Channel Audio Function Introduction”.

\ USB/ LAN Connector

 Before you connect your device(s) into USB

connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as

USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker..etc. Have

LAN

a standard USB interface. Also make sure your OS

supports USB controller. If your OS does not support

USB 0

USBcontroller, please contact OS vendor for possible

USB 1

patch or driver upgrade. For more information please

contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

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Step 4-2 : Connectors Introduction

1 3

9

2

5

6

11

13

4

19

15

18

20

12

717 16

814

10

1) ATX_12V

11) F_AUDIO

2) ATX

12) SUR_CEN

3) CPU_FAN

13) SPDIF

4) SYS_FAN

14) CD_IN

5) FDD

15) AUX_IN

6) IDE1/IDE2

16) F_USB1/F_USB2

7) BATTERY

17) COMB

8) PWR_LED

18) IR

9) DIMM_LED

19) CLR_CMOS

10) F_PANEL

20) CI

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1) ATX_12V ( +12V Power Connector)

This connector (ATX _12V) suppliesthe CPU operation voltage (Vcore). If this " ATX_ 12V

connector" is not connected, system cannot boot.

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4

2

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

3

1

4 +12V

2) ATX_POWER (ATX Power)

AC power cord should only be connected to your power supply unit after ATX power cable and

other related devices are firmly connected to the mainboard.

Pin No. Definition

1 3.3V

2 3.3V

3 GND

4 VCC

11

1

5 GND

6 VCC

7 GND

8 Power Good

9 5V SB(stand by +5V)

10 +12V

11 3.3V

12 -12V

13 GND

14 PS_ON(softOn/Off)

15 GND

16 GND

20

10

17 GND

18 -5V

19 VCC

20 VCC

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3) CPU_FAN (CPU FAN Connector)

Please note, a proper installation of the CPU cooler is essential to prevent the CPU from running

under abnormal condition or damaged by overheating.The CPU fan connector supports Max.

current up to 600 mA.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

1

2 +12V

3 Sense

4) SYS_FAN (System FAN Connector)

This connector allows you to link with the cooling fan on the system case to lower the system

temperature.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 +12V

1

3 Sense

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5) FDD (Floppy Connector)

Please connect the floppy drive ribbon cables to FDD. It supports 360K,720K,1.2M,1.44M and

2.88Mbytes floppy disk types. The red stripe of the ribbon cable must be the same side with the

Pin1.

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34

33

2

1

6) IDE1/ IDE2(IDE1/IDE2 Connector)

Please connect first harddisk to IDE1 and connect CDROM to IDE2. The red stripe of the ribbon

cable must be the same side with the Pin1.

40

39

2

1

IDE2

IDE1

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7) BATTERY (Battery)

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CAUTION

 Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced.

 Replace only with the same or equivalent

type recommended by the manufacturer.

 Dispose of used batteries according to the

If you want to erase CMOS...

manufacturer’s instructions.

1.Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Remove the battery, wait for 30 second.

3.Re-install the battery.

4.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

8) PWR_LED

PWR_LED is connect with the system power indicator to indicate whether the system is on/off. It

will blink when the system enters suspend mode. If you use dual color LED, power LED will turn

to another color.

Pin No. Definition

1 MPD+

2 MPD-

3 MPD-

1

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