Gigabyte GA-8IE2004: Chapter 4 Technical Reference

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EasyTune

4 Introduction

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Gigabyte announces EasyTune

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Windows based Overclocking utility

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EasyTune 4 carries on the heritage so as to pave the way for future generations.

Overclock might be one of the most common issues

in computer field. But have many users ever tried it?

The answer is probably "no". Because "Overclock"

is thought to be very difficult and includes a lot of

technical know-how, sometimes "Overclock" is

even considered as special skills found only in some

enthusiasts. But as to the experts in "Overclock",

what's the truth? They may spend quite a lot of time

and money to study, try and use many different

hardware or BIOS tools to do "Overclock". And even with these technologies, they still learn that it's

quite a risk because the safety and stability of an "Overclock" system is unknown. Now everything

is different because of a Windows based overclocking utility "EasyTune 4" --announced by Gigabyte.

This windows based utility has totally changed the gaming rule of "Overclock". This is the first

windows based overclocking utility is suitable for both normal and power users. Users can choose

either "Easy Mode" or "Advanced Mode" for overclocking at their convenience. For users who

choose "Easy Mode", they just need to click "Auto Optimize" to have autoed and immediate CPU

overclocking. This software will then overdrive CPU speed automatically with the result being shown

in the control panel. If users prefer "Overclock" by them, there is also another choice. Click "Advanced

Mode" to enjoy "sport drive" class Overclocking user interface. "Advanced Mode", allows users to

change the system bus / AGP / Memory working frequency in small increments to get ultimate system

performance. It operates in coordination with Gigabyte motherboards. Besides, it is different from other

traditional over-clocking methods, EasyTune 4 doesn't require users to change neither BIOS nor

hardware switch/ jumper setting; on the other hand, they can do "Overclock" at easy step . Therefore,

this is a safer way for "Overclock" as nothing is changed on software or hardware. If user runs

EasyTune 4 over system's limitation, the biggest lost is only to restart the computer again and the side

effect is then well controlled. Moreover, if one well-performed system speed has been tested in

EasyTune 4, user can "Save" this setting and "Load" it in next time. Obviously, Gigabyte EasyTune

4 has already turned the "Overclock" technology toward to a newer generation. This wonderful

software is now free bundled in Gigabyte motherboard attached in driver CD. Users may make a test

drive of "EasyTune 4" to find out more amazing features by themselves.

*Some Gigabyte products are not fully supported by EasyTune 4. Please find the products supported

list in the web site.

*Any "Overclocking action" is at user's risk, Gigabyte Technology will not be responsible for any

damage or instability to your processor, motherboard, or any other components.

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Flash BIOS Method Introduction

Method 1 : Q-Flash

A. What is Q-Flash Utility?

Q-Flash utility is a pre-O.S. BIOS flash utility enables users to update its BIOS within BIOS

mode, no more fooling around any OS.

B. How to use Q-Flash?

a. After power on the computer, pressing <Del> immediately during POST (Power On Self Test) it

will allow you to enter AWARD BIOS CMOS SETUP, then press <F8> to enter Q-Flash utility.

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2003 Award Software

 Standard CMOS Features

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

 Advanced BIOS Features

Load Optimized Defaults

 Integrated Peripherals

Set Supervisor Password

 Power Management Setup

Set User Password

Enter Q-Flash Utility (Y/N)? Y

 PnP/PCI Configurations

Save & Exit Setup

 PC Health Status

Exit Without Saving

 Frequency/Voltage Control

ESC: Quit : Select Item

F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

b. Q-Flash Utility

Q-Flash Utility v1.30

Flash Type/Size ......................................................... SST 49LF002A 256K

Keep DMI Data Enable

Update BIOS from Floppy

Save BIOS to Floppy

Enter : Run / : Move ESC : Reset F10 : Power Off

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Update BIOS From Floppy

In the A:drive, insert the "BIOS" diskette, then Press Enter to Run.

1 File(s)

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xxxx.xxx 256K

Total size: 1.39M Free size: 1.14M

F5: Refresh DEL: Delete

Where xxxx.xxx is name of the BIOS file.

 Press Enter to Run.

Are you sure to update BIOS?

[Enter] to contiune or [ESC] to abort ...

 Press Enter to Run.

!! Copy BIOS Completed - Pass !!

Please press any key to continue ...

Congratulation! You have completed the flashed and now can restart system.

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Method 2 : @BIOS Utility

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If you don't have DOS boot disk, we recommend that you used Gigabyte @BIOS

program to flash

BIOS.

Press here.

2. Click Start/ All Programs/ GIGABYTE/

@BIOS.

1. Click "@BIOS" item.

(1)

(2)

3.Click "3".

Click here

4. Please select @BIOS sever site,

then Click "OK".

(3)

(4)

Methods and steps:

I. Update BIOS through Internet

a. Click "Internet Update" icon

b. Click "Update New BIOS" icon

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c. Select @BIOS

sever

d. Select the exact model name on your motherboard.

e. System will automatically download and update the BIOS.

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II. Update BIOS NOT through Internet:

a. Do not click "Internet Update" icon

b. Click "Update New BIOS"

c. Please select "All Files" in dialog box while opening the old file.

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d. Please search for BIOS unzip file, downloading from internet or any other methods (such as:

8IE2004.E2).

e. Complete update process following the instruction.

III. Save BIOS

In the very beginning, there is "Save Current BIOS" icon shown in dialog box. It means to save the

current BIOS version.

IV. Check out supported motherboard and Flash ROM:

In the very beginning, there is "About this program" icon shown in dialog box. It can help you check

out which kind of motherboard and which brand of Flash ROM are supported.

Note:

a. In method I, if it shows two or more motherboard's model names to be selected, please make

sure your motherboard's model name again. Selecting wrong model name will cause the

system unbooted.

b. In method II, be sure that motherboard's model name in BIOS unzip file are the same as your

motherboard's. Otherwise, your system won't boot.

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c. In method I, if the BIOS file you need cannot be found in @BIOS

server, please go onto

Gigabyte's web site for downloading and updating it according to method II.

d. Please note that any interruption during updating will cause system unbooted

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2- / 4- / 6-Channel Audio Function Introuction

The installation of Windows 98SE/2K/ME/XP is very simple. Please follow next step to install the

function!

Stereo Speakers Connection and Settings:

We recommend that you use the speaker with amplifier to acqiire the best sound effect if the stereo

output is applied.

STEP 1:

Connect the stereo speakers or earphone to "Line

Out".

Line Out

STEP 2 :

After installation of the audio driver, you'll find an

icon on the taskbar's status area. Click the

audio icon "Sound Effect" from the windows tray at

the bottom of the screen.

STEP 3:

Select "Speaker Configuration", and choose the

"2 channels for stereo speakers out put".

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4 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode

STEP 1 :

Connect the front channels to "Line Out", the rear

channels to "Line In".

Line Out

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Line In

STEP 2 :

After installation of the audio driver, you'll find an

icon on the taskbar's status area. Click the

audio icon "Sound Effect" from the windows tray at

the bottom of the screen.

STEP 3 :

Select "Speaker Configuration", and choose the "4

channels for 4 speakers out put".

Disable "Only SURROUND-KIT",

and press "OK".

When the "Environment settings" is "None", the

sound would be performed as stereo mode (2 chan-

nels output). Please select the other settings for 4

channels output.

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Basic 6 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode

Use the back audio panel to connect the audio

output without any additional module.

STEP 1 :

Line Out

Connect the front channels to "Line Out", the rear

Line In

channels to "Line In", and the Center/Subwoofer

channels to "MIC In".

MIC In

STEP 2 :

After installation of the audio driver, you'll find an

icon on the taskbar's status area. Click the

audio icon "Sound Effect" from the windows tray at

the bottom of the screen.

STEP 3 :

Select "Speaker Configuration", and choose the

"6 channels for 5.1 speakers out put".

Disable "Only SURROUND-KIT" and pess "OK".

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Advanced 6 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode (using Audio Combo Kit,

Optional Device):

(Audio Combo Kit provides SPDIF output port : optical & coaxis and SURROUND-KIT : Rear R/L &

Center/subwoofer)

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SURROUND-KIT access analog output to rear

channels and Center/Subwoofer channels. It is the

best solution if you need 6 channel output, Line In

and MIC at the same time. "SURROUND-KIT" is

included in the GIGABYTE unique "Audio Combo

Kit" as picture.

STEP 1 :

Insert the "Audio Combo Kit" in the back of the

case,and fix it with the screw.

STEP 2 :

Connect the "SURROUND-KIT" to SUR_CEN on

the M/B.

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STEP 3 :

Connect the front channels to back audio panel's

"Line Out", the rear channels to SURROUND-KIT's

REAR R/L, and the Center/Subwoofer channels to

SURROUND-KIT's SUB CENTER.

STEP 4 :

Click the audio icon "Sound Effect" from the win-

dows tray at the bottom of the screen.

STEP 5 :

Select "Speaker Configuration", and choose the

"6 channels for 5.1 speakers out put".

Enable "Only SURROUND-KIT" and press "OK".

Basic & Advanced 6 Channel Analog Audio Output Mode Notes:

When the "Environment settings" is "None", the

sound would be performed as stereo mode (2 chan-

nels output). Please select the other settings for 6

channels output.

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