Gigabyte GA-8I865GVME: Chapter 1Hardware Installation
Chapter 1Hardware Installation: Gigabyte GA-8I865GVME
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Chapter 1Hardware Installation
1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation
Preparing Your Computer
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can
become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please
follow the instructions below:
1. Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.
2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
3. It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components
(CPU, RAM).
4. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic
pad or within a electrostatic shielding container.
5. Please verify that the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply
connector from the motherboard.
Installation Notices
1. Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers
are required for warranty validation.
2. Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the
information in the provided manual.
3. Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.
4. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with
the motherboard circuit or its components.
5. Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard
or within the computer casing.
6. Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
7. Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.
8. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product, please consult a certified computer technician.
Instances of Non-Warranty
1. Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.
2. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.
3. Damage due to improper installation.
4. Damage due to use of uncertified components.
5. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.
6. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.
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1-2 Feature Summary
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CPU Socket 478 for Intel
Pentium
4 (Northwood, Prescott) with HT Technology
Supports 800/533/400MHz FSB
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L2 cache varies with CPU
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Chipset Northbridge: Intel
865GV Chipset
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Southbridge: Intel
ICH5
Memory 2 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 2GB memory)
Supports dual channel DDR 400/333/266 DIMM
Supports 2.5V DDR DIMM
Slots 3 PCI slots
IDE Connections 2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of
4 IDE devices
FDD Connections 1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
Onboard SATA 2 Serial ATA ports from ICH5 (SATA0, SATA1)
Peripherals 1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
1 VGA port, 1 serial port (COMA)
8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)
1 front audio connector
1 PS/2 keyboard port
1 PS/2 mouse port
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Onboard VGA Built-in Intel
865GV Chipset
Onboard LAN Onboard EP82562G chip (10/100 Mbit)
1 RJ 45 port
Onboard Audio ALC655 CODEC
Supports Jack Sensing function
Supports 2 / 4 / 6 channel audio
Supports Line In (Rear Speaker Out) ; Line Out (Front Speaker Out) ;
MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)
SPDIF In/Out connection
CD In connection
I/O Control SMSC LPC47M997-NR
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
CPU / System temperature detection
CPU / System fan speed detection
BIOS Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
Supports Q-Flash
Additional Features Supports @BIOS
(Note)
Supports EasyTune 5
Overclocking Over clock via BIOS (CPU/ AGP/ DDR/ PCI)
Form Factor Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 21.0cm
(Note) EasyTune 5 functions may vary depending on different motherboards.
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1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink
Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions:
1. Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
2. Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong
direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If this occurs, please change the insert direction
of the CPU.
3. Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and heatsink.
4. Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU prior to system use, otherwise
overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur.
5. Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It is not
recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it
does not meet the required standards for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency
beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications
including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
HT functionality requirement content :
Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your computer system requires all
of the following platform components:
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- CPU: An Intel
Pentium 4 Processor with HT Technology
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- Chipset: An Intel
Chipset that supports HT Technology
- BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled
- OS: An operation system that has optimizations for HT Technology
1-3-1 Installation of the CPU
Fig. 1
Socket lever
Position lever at a 90 degree angle.
Fig. 2
A gold-colored triangle is marked one edge of the CPU. Please align this
edge with the socket edge closest to the CPU lever. Gently place the CPU
into position making sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into their holes.
Once the CPU is positioned into it socket, place one finger down on the middle
of the CPU and gently press the metal lever back into its original position.
Please use extra care when installing the CPU. The CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly.
Rather than applying force, please change the positioning of the CPU.
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1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink
Fig.1
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Before installing the heat sink, please first add an even layer of heat sink
paste on the surface of the CPU. Install all the heat sink components (Please
refer to the heat sink manual for detailed installation instructions).
Fig.2
Please connect the heat sink power connector to the CPU_FAN connector
located on the motherboard so that the heat sink can properly function to
prevent CPU overheating.
The heat sink may adhere to the CPU as a result of hardening of the heat sink paste. To prevent
such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for
heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heat sink.
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1-4 Installation of Memory
Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:
1. Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is
recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.
2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer power
is switched off to prevent hardware damage.
3. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed in
only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.
The motherboard supports DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity
and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one direction. The
memory capacity used can differ with each slot.
Notch
DDR
Fig.1
The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can only
fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the
DIMM socket. Then push it down.
Fig.2
Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to lock the
DIMM module.
Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM
module.
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Dual Channel DDR
GA-8I865GVME supports the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the Dual Channel Technology, the
bandwidth of Memory Bus will add double up to 6.4GB/s(DDR400) or 5.3GB/s(DDR333).
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GA-8I865GVME includes 2 DIMM sockets, and each Channel has one DIMM socket as following:
Channel A : DDR 1
Channel B : DDR 2
If you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due to the
limitation of Intel chipset specifications.
1. Dual channel memory cannot be used if one DDR memory modules are installed.
2. If two DDR memory modules are installed, please use memory of the same storage capacity in
order to use dual channel memory and for BIOS to detect all the DDR memory modules.
The following table is for Dual Channel Technology combination: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)
DDR 1 DDR 2
2 memory modules
DS/SS DS/SS
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1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards
You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below:
1. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the
computer.
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.
Installing a AGP VGA card:
Please carefully pull out the small white-
drawable bar at the end of the AGP slot
when you try to install/uninstall the VGA
card. Please align the VGA card to the
onboard AGP slot and press firmly down on
the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked
by the small white-drawable bar.
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1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction
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PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector
To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the
lower port (purple).
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.
COMA (Serial Port)
Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
VGA Port
Monitor can be connected to VGA port.
USB port
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 a standard USB interface. Also make sure
your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS ven
dor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your OS or device(s)
vendors.
LAN Port
The provided Internet connection provides data transfer speeds of 10/100Mbps.
Line In
Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. can be connected to Line In jack.
Line Out
Connect the stereo speakers or earphone to this connector.
MIC In
Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.
You can use audio software to configure 2-/4-/6-channel audio functioning.
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1-7 Connectors Introduction
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2
6
11
7
15
12
9
10
4 14 8513
1) ATX_12V
9) BATTERY
2) ATX (Power Connector)
10) F_PANEL
3) CPU_FAN
11) F_AUDIO
4) SYS_FAN
12) CD_IN
5) FDD
13) SPDIF_IO
6) IDE1 / IDE2
14) F_USB1 / F_USB2
7) SATA0 / SATA1
15) CLR_CMOS
8) PWR_LED
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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (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, please make sure that all
components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on
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the motherboard and connect tightly.
The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power connector
is not connected, the system will not start.
Caution!
Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. It is
recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or
greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an
unstable system or a system that is unable to start.
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
12
2 GND
34
3 +12V
4 +12V
Pin No. Definition
1 3.3V
10
20
2 3.3V
3 GND
4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 Power Good
9 5V SB (stand by +5V)
10 +12V
1
11
11 3.3V
12 -12V
13 GND
14 PS_ON(soft on/off)
15 GND
16 GND
17 GND
18 -5V
19 +5V
20 +5V
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3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)
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The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin power connector and
possesses a foolproof connection design.
Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire
indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is the
ground wire (GND).
Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent system overheating and failure.
Caution!
Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure.
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
1
2 +12V
3 Sense
CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN
5) FDD (FDD Connector)
The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other end of the cable connects to the
FDD drive. The types of FDD drives supported are: 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB.
Please connect the red power connector wire to the pin1 position.
2
34
1
33
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6) IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector)
An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one
IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If
you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other
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as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).
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39
2
1
IDE2 IDE1
7) SATA0 / SATA1 (Serial ATA Connector)
Serial ATA can provide up to 150MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA
and install the proper driver in order to work properly.
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
71
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
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8) PWR_LED
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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.
Pin No. Definition
1 MPD+
2 MPD-
3 MPD-
1
9) BATTERY
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 manufacturer's
instructions.
If you want to erase CMOS...
1. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Take out the battery gently and put it aside for about 10
minutes (Or you can use a metal object to connect the
positive and negative pins in the battery holder to make them
short for one minute).
3. Re-install the battery.
4. Plug the power cord and turn on the computer.
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10) F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)
Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc. of your chassis front
panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.
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Message LED/
Power
Speaker Connector
Power/
Switch
Sleep LED
PW+
MSG+
MSG-
PW-
SPEAK+
SPEAK-
2
20
1
19
HD-
RES+
NC
HD+
RES-
Reset Switch
IDE Hard Disk Active LED
MSG (Message LED/Power/Sleep LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)
Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
PW (Power Switch) Open: Normal Operation
Close: Power On/Off
SPEAK (Speaker Connector) Pin 1: VCC(+)
Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
Pin 4: Data(-)
HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED) Pin 1: LED anode(+)
Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
RES (Reset Switch) Open: Normal Operation
Close: Reset Hardware System
NC NC
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11) F_AUDIO (Front Audio Panel Connector)
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If you want to use Front Audio connector, you must remove 5-6, 9-10 Jumper.
In order to utilize the front audio header, your chassis must have front audio connector. Also please
make sure the pin assignments for the cable are the same as the pin assignments for the front audio
header. To find out if the chassis you are buying support front audio connector, please contact your
dealer. Please note, you can have the alternative of using front audio connector or of using rear audio
connector to play sound.
Pin No. Definition
1 MIC
19
2 GND
3 MIC_BIAS
210
4 Power
5 Front Audio(R)
6 Rear Audio(R)/Return R
7NC
8 No Pin
9 Front Audio(L)
10 Rear Audio(L)/Return L
12) CD_IN (CD In Connector)
Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.
Pin No. Definition
1 CD-L
2 GND
3 GND
4 CD-R
1
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13) SPDIF_IO (SPDIF In / Out Connector)
The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to
an external Dolby Digital Decoder. Use this feature only when your stereo system has digital input
function. Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IO connector. Check the pin assignment carefully
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while you connect the SPDIF cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make
the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional SPDIF_IO cable, please contact your local
dealer.
Pin No. Definition
2
6
1 Power
2 No Pin
3 SPDIF
1
5
4 SPDIFI
5 GND
6 GND
14) F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector)
Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you
connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the
device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer.
Pin No. Definition
1 Power
2
10
1
9
2 Power
3 USB DX-
4 USB Dy-
5 USB DX+
6 USB Dy+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC
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15) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS)
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You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by this jumper. To clear CMOS, temporarily short
1-2 pin. Default doesn't include the "Shunter" to prevent from improper use this jumper.
Open: Normal
1
Short: Clear CMOS
1
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Оглавление
- GA-8I865GVME Motherboard Layout
- Block Diagram
- Chapter 1Hardware Installation
- Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
- Chapter 3Drivers Installation
- Chapter 4 Appendix
