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GA-M56S-S3

AM2 socket motherboard for

AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/

AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/

AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor

User's Manual

Rev. 1004

12ME-M56SS3-1004R

Motherboard

GA-M56S-S3

Jul. 10, 2007

Moth e rb o ar d

GA-M56S-S3

Jul. 10, 2007

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The logo is exclusively licensed to GIGABYTE UNITED INC. by GIGA-BYTE

TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

GIGABYTE UNITED INC. is designated by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD as the exclu-

sive global distributor of GIGABYTE branded motherboards.

Disclaimer

Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.

Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior

notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any

form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.

Documentation Classifications

In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations:

For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included 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 website at:

http://www.gigabyte.com.tw

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0"

means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating

motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

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Table of Contents

Box Contents ................................................................................................................. 6

Optional Items................................................................................................................. 6

GA-M56S-S3 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 .............................................................. 12

1-3-1 Installing the CPU ................................................................................................ 12

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ................................................................................... 14

1-4 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 15

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ................................................................ 15

1-4-2 Installing a Memory ............................................................................................. 16

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 17

1-6 Back Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 18

1-7 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 20

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup................................................................................................. 31

2-1 Startup Screen ................................................................................................ 32

2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 33

2-3 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 35

2-4 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 37

2-5 Integrated Peripherals ..................................................................................... 39

2-6 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 44

2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations ................................................................................. 46

2-8 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 47

2-9 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ....................................................................... 49

2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ................................................................................... 51

2-11 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................. 51

2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password ..................................................................... 52

2-13 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 53

2-14 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 53

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ...................................................................................... 55

3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 55

3-2 Software Applications ..................................................................................... 56

3-3 Driver CD Information .................................................................................... 56

3-4 Hardware Information ..................................................................................... 57

3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 57

Chapter 4 Unique Features ......................................................................................... 59

4-1 Xpress Recovery2 ......................................................................................... 59

4-2 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 64

4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility ...................................................... 64

4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ....................................................... 67

4-3 EasyTune 5 .................................................................................................... 69

4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost ........................................................................... 70

Chapter 5 Appendix .................................................................................................... 71

5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) .................................................................... 71

5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller ......................................................... 71

5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette ..................................................... 76

5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...................... 77

5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output ................................................................. 82

5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ............................................................ 82

5-2-2 Installing the S/PDIF In Cable (Optional) ........................................................... 84

5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording ................................................................... 86

5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder ................................................................................. 88

5-3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 89

5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................. 89

5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ................................................................................ 90

Regulatory Statements ................................................................................................. 92

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Box Contents

GA-M56S-S3 motherboard

Motherboard Driver Disk

User's Manual

Quick 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 actual items shall depend on product package you obtain.

The box contents are subject to change without notice.

Optional Items

2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-51R)

2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-01R)

S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R)

SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-1SERPW-01R)

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GA-M56S-S3 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

Socket AM2

GA-M56S-S3

USB

LAN

CD_IN

F_AUDIO

AUDIO

IT8716

SPDIF_I

CODEC

LPT

USB

1394

COMA

RTL8211BL

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

PCI4

BIOS

FDD

PCIE_16

PCIE_1

PCIE_2

SYS_FAN

F2_1394F1_1394

TSB43AB23

F_PANEL

PWR_LED

F_USB1

SATAII1

SATAII2SATAII3

F_USB2

F_USB3

DDRII_1

DDRII_2

DDRII_3

DDRII_4

BATTERY

nVIDIA

nForce 560

SATAII0 ATX

IDE

ATX_12V

CLR_CMOS

CPU_FAN

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

SPDIF_O

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Block Diagram

AMD

Socket AM2

CPU

CPU CLK+/-(200 MHz)

Hyper Transport Bus

4 PCI

PCI Bus

2 PCI Express x1

PCI Express Bus

nVIDIA®

nForce 560

3 IEEE 1394a

TSB43AB23

DDR2 800/667/533 MHz DIMM

Dual Channel Memory

4 SATA 3Gb/s

10 USB

Ports

Line-Out

MIC

CODEC

Line-In

SPDIF In

SPDIF Out

Side Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

ATA-133/100/66/33

IDE Channel

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

LPC BUS

Floppy

LPT Port

PS/2 KB/Mouse

LAN

RJ45

RTL

8211BL

IT8716

x 1

BIOS

x 1

PCI Express x16

COM Port

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become

damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's

manual and follow these procedures:

•Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or

warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

•Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before

installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

•When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard,

make sure they are connected tightly and securely.

•When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

•It is best to wear an electrostatic 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 dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.

•Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an

electrostatic shielding container.

•Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply

has been turned off.

•Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to

the local voltage standard.

•Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware

components are connected.

•To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the

motherboard circuit or its components.

•Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or

within the computer casing.

•Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface

•Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.

•Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system

components as well as physical harm to the user.

•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.

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1-2 Product Specifications

CPU Support for Socket AM2 processors:

AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/

AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

Front Side Bus 2000 MHz FSB

Chipset nVIDIA® nForce 560 Chipset

Memory 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1)

Dual channel memory architecture

Support for DDR2 800/667/533 MHz memory modules

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

Audio Realtek ALC888 codec

High Definition Audio

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

Support for S/PDIF In/Out

Support for CD In

LAN Realtek 8211BL chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot

2 x PCI Express p10-x1 slots

4 x PCI slots

Storage Interface Chipset:

- 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE

devices

- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices

- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and RAID 5

iTE IT8716 chip:

- 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive

IEEE 1394 T.I. TSB43AB23 chip

Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 2 via the IEEE 1394 bracket

connected to the internal IEEE 1394 headers)

USB Integrated in the Chipset

Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 6 via the USB brackets

connected to the internal USB headers)

Internal Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector

1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

1 x floppy disk drive connector

1 x IDE connector

4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

1 x CPU fan header

1 x system fan header

1 x front panel header

1 x front panel audio header

1 x CD In connector

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Internal Connectors 1 x S/PDIF In header

1 x S/PDIF Out header

3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers

2 x IEEE 1394a headers

1 x chassis intrusion header

1 x power LED header

Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port

Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port

1 x parallel port

1 x coaxial S/PDIF Out connector

1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector

1 x serial port

4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

1 x IEEE 1394a port

1 x RJ-45 port

6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/Side

Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone)

I/O Controller iTE IT8716 chip

Hardware Monitor System voltage detection

CPU/System temperature detection

CPU/System fan speed detection

CPU/System overheating warning

CPU/System fan fail warning

CPU/System fan speed control

BIOS 1 x 4 Mbit flash

Use of licensed AWARD BIOS

PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b

Unique Features Support for @BIOS

Support for Download Center

Support for Q-Flash

Support for EasyTune (Note 2)

Support for Xpress Install

Support for Xpress Recovery2

Support for Virtual Dual BIOS

Bundled Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version)

Operating System Support for Microsoft®

Windows ® Vista/XP/2000

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for operating system support information.)

Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.4cm

(Note 1) Based on standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage

and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount. For example, 4 GB of

memory size will instead be shown as 3.xx GB during system startup.

(Note 2) Available functions in Easytune may differ by motherboard model.

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1-3-1 Installing the CPU

A. Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU.

AM2 CPU

AM2 CPU Socket

A Small Triangle Mark

Denotes Pin One o f the

Socket

A Small Triangle Marking

Denotes CPU Pin One

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:

•Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before

installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.

•Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly.

•Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.

•Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and

damage of the CPU may occur.

•Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recom-

mended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it

does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the fre-

quency beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware

specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

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Step 2:

Align the CPU pin one (small triangle marking)

with the triangle mark on the CPU socket and

gently insert the CPU into the socket. Make

sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into their

holes. Once the CPU is positioned into its

socket, place one finger down on the middle of

the CPU, lowering the locking lever and latch-

ing it into the fully locked position.

Step 1:

Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever.

CPU Socket Locking

Lever

Do not force the CPU into the CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust

the CPU orientation if this occurs.

B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power

cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.

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Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between

the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler

may damage the CPU.

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses

the GIGABYTE cooler as the example.)

Step 1:

Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease

on the surface of the installed CPU.

Step 2:

Place the CPU cooler on the CPU.

Step 4:

Turn the cam handle from the left side to the

right side (as the picture above shows) to lock

into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installa-

tion manual for instructions on installing the

cooler.)

Step 3:

Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on

one side of the retention frame. On the other side,

push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to

hook it to the mounting lug on the retention frame.

Step 5:

Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU

cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on

the motherboard.

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DDRII_1

DDRII_2

DDRII_3

If two memory modules are to be installed, it is recom-

mended that you install them in the DDRII_1 and DDRII_2

sockets.

1-4 Installing the Memory

Two Modules

Four Modules

DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4

DS/SS DS/SS - - - -

- - - - DS/SS DS/SS

DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table

(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory)

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:

•Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of

the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before

installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

•Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one

direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel

Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the

specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode

will double the original memory bandwidth.

The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory

sockets as following:

Channel 0: DDRII_1, DDRII_3

Channel 1: DDRII_2, DDRII_4

Due to CPU limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR2 memory module is installed.

2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that

memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same

colored DDR2 sockets for optimum performance.

DDRII_4

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Notch

DDR2 DIMM

1-4-2 Installing a Memory

Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the 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.

Step 1:

Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining

clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory

module on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left,

place your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down

on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2:

The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when

the memory module is securely inserted.

A DDR2 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to

correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets.

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:

•Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that

came with your expansion card.

•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before

installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.

2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.

3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.

4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).

6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for

your expansion card(s).

7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Express p17-x1 Slot

PCI Slot

Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card:

•Installing a Graphics Card:

Gently insert the graphics card into the PCI Ex-

press x16 slot. Make sure the white latch se-

curely locks the graphics card.

•Removing the Card:

Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express x16 slot to release the

card and then pull the card straight up from the slot.

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1-6 Back Panel Connectors

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port

Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2

keyboard.

Parallel Port

Use the parallel port to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. The parallel port is also

called a printer port.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial

audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in

connector.

Optical S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical

audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in

connector.

Serial Port

Use the serial port to connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals.

IEEE 1394a Port

The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth

and hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device.

USB Port

The USB port 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 LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following

describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

•When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable

from your device and then remove it from the 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.

Activity LED

Connection/

Speed LED

LAN Port

Activity LED:

State Description

Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring

Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

Connection/Speed LED:

State Description

Orange 1 Gpbs data rate

Green 100 Mpbs data rate

Off 10 Mpbs data rate

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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration.

Line In Jack (Blue)

The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can

be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be reconfigured 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."

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1-7 Internal Connectors

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

•First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.

•Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

•After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable

has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

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1) ATX_12V

2) ATX

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN

5) FDD

6) IDE

7) SATAII0 / 1 / 2 / 3

8) PWR_LED

9) BATTERY

10) F_PANEL

11) F_AUDIO

12) CD_IN

13) SPDIF_I

14) SPDIF_O

15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3

16) F1_1394 / F2_1394

17) C I

18) CLR_CMOS

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ATX_12V :

ATX_12V

ATX

ATX :

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 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. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the

power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses

a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable 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 expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand

high power consumption be used (400W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not

provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

•The main power connector is compatible with power supplies with 2x10 power connectors.

When using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power

connector on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cable into pins under the

protective cover when using a 2x10 power supply.

Pin No. Definition

13 3.3V

14 -12V

15 GND

16 PS_ON(soft On/Off)

17 GND

18 GND

19 GND

20 -5V

21 +5V

22 +5V

23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

Pin No. Definition

1 3.3V

2 3.3V

3 GND

4 +5V

5 GND

6 +5V

7 GND

8 Power Good

9 5V SB(stand by +5V)

10 +12V

11 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers)

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header

(SYS_FAN). Each fan header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion

design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation. Most fans are

designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a

positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire. The

motherboard supports CPU/system fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU/system

fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system

fan be installed inside the chassis.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 Sense

4 Speed Control

CPU_FAN :

Pin No. Definition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 Sense

SYS_FAN :

•Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from

overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.

•These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the

headers.

5) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector)

This connector is used to connect a floppy disk drive. The types of floppy disk drives supported

are: 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, locate

the foolproof groove on the connector.

SYS_FAN

CPU_FAN

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8) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header)

This header can be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to indicate system power

status. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is

in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

Pin No. Definition

1 MPD+

2 MPD-

3 MPD-

9) 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. Replace the battery when the battery

voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.

•Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced

with an incorrect model.

•Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by

yourself or uncertain about the battery model.

•When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative

side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up).

•Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.

(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and

negative terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)

3. Replace the battery.

4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

System Status LED

S0 On

S1 Blinking

S3/S4/S5 Off

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10) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker and system status indicator on the chassis front

panel to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins

before connecting the cables.

•PW (Power Switch, Red):

Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off

your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management

Setup," for more information).

•SPEAK (Speaker, Orange):

Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status

by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be 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 beep codes.

•HD (IDE Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue)

Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard

drive is reading or writing data.

•RES (Reset Switch, Green):

Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the

computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

•NC (Purple):

No connection

HD-

HD+

RES+

RES-

SPEAK-

MSG-

MSG+

PW- PW+

Message/Power/

Sleep LED

Speaker

Connector

SPEAK+

Power

Switch

IDE Hard Disk

Active LED

Reset

Switch

System Status LED

S0 On

S1 Blinking

S3/S4/S5 Off

•MSG (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow):

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The

LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when

the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in

S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of

power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When

connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assign-

ments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

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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 chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of

the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection

between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work

or even damage it.

12) CD_IN (CD In Connector)

You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to the header.

Pin No. Definition

1 CD-L

2 GND

3 GND

4 CD-R

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC2_L

2 GND

3 MIC2_R

4 -ACZ_DET

5 LINE2_R

6 FSENSE1

7 FAUDIO_JD

8 No Pin

9 LINE2_L

10 FSENSE2

For HD Front Panel Audio:

•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."

•Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections

simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD

front panel audio module), refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

•Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each

wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio

module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

Pin No. Definition

1 MIC

2 GND

3 MIC Power

4 NC

5 Line Out (R)

6 NC

7 NC

8 No Pin

9 Line Out (L)

10 NC

10 9

2 1

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13) 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 the local dealer.

Pin No. Definition

1 Power

2 SPDIFI

3 GND

Pin No. Definition

1 SPDIFO

2 GND

14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by

expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like

graphics cards and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a

S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if

you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the

HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable,

carefully read the manual for your expansion card.

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15) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB Headers, Yellow)

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports

via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local

dealer.

Pin No. Definition

1 Power (5V)

2 Power (5V)

3 USB DX-

4 USB DY-

5 USB DX+

6 USB DY+

7 GND

8 GND

9 No Pin

10 NC

•Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header.

•Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

1 9

102

16) F1_1394/F2_1394 (IEEE 1394a Headers, Gray)

The headers conform to IEEE 1394a specification. Each 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.

210

Pin No. Definition

1 TPA+

2 TPA-

3 GND

4 GND

5 TPB+

6 TPB-

7 Power (12V)

8 Power (12V)

9 No Pin

10 GND

•Do not plug the USB bracket cable into the IEEE 1394a header.

•Prior to installing the IEEE 1394a bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug

the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the IEEE 1394a bracket.

•To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one end of the device cable to your computer

and then attach the other end of the cable to the IEEE 1394a device. Ensure that the cable

is securely connected.

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17) 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

2 GND

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

18) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper)

Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and

reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on the

two pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two

pins for a few seconds.

•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before

clearing the CMOS values.

•After clearing the CMOS values and before turning on your computer, be sure to remove

the jumper cap from 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).

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the

motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system

startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup

program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system

features. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power

to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS.

To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned

on. To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu

of the BIOS Setup program.

To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.

•Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the

operating system.

•@BIOS is a Windows-based utility 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 version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS,

do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.

•BIOS will emit a beep code during the POST. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for the

beep codes description.

•It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent

system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result

in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board

to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introduc-

tions of the battery/clearing CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

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2-1 Startup Screen

The following screens may appear when the computer boots.

A. The LOGO Screen (Default)

<TAB>: POST Screen <DEL>: BIOS Setup/Q-Flash <F9>: XpressRecovery2 <F12>: Boot Menu

Function Keys

B. The POST Screen

Motherboard Model

BIOS Version

Function Keys

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally

GA-M56S-S3 D1

<DEL>: BIOS Setup/Q-Flash <F9>: XpressRecovery2 <F12>: Boot Menu <End>: Qflash

06/22/2 0 0 7 - NF-MCP65-6A61LG01C-00

Function Keys:

<TAB> : POST Screen

Press the <Tab> key to show the BIOS POST screen. To show the BIOS POST screen at system

startup, refer to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on page 38.

<DEL> : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash

Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.

<F9> : Xpress Recovery2

If you have ever entered Xpress Recovery2 to back up hard drive data using the motherboard

driver disk, the <F9> key can be used for subsequent access to XpressRecovery2 during the

POST. For more information, refer to Chapter 4, "Xpress Recovery2."

<F12> : Boot Menu

Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use

the up arrow key < > or the down arrow key< > to select the first boot device, then press <Enter>

to accept. To exit Boot Menu, press <Esc>. The system will directly boot from the device

configured in Boot Menu.

Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the 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.

<End> : Q-Flash

Press the <End> key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first.

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2-2 The Main Menu

Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use

arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu.

(Sample BIOS Version: D1)

Main Menu Help

The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the Main Menu.

Submenu Help

While in a submenu, press <F1> to display a help screen (General Help) of function keys available for

the menu. Press <Esc> to exit the help screen. Help for each item is in the Item Help block on the right

side of the submenu.

BIOS Setup Program Function Keys

< >< >< >< > Move the selection bar to select an item

<Enter> Execute command or enter the submenu

<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program

Submenus: Exit current submenu

<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes

<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes

<F1> Show descriptions of the function keys

<F2> Move cursor to the Item Help block on the right (submenus only)

<F5> Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus

<F6> Load the Fail-Safe BIOS default settings for the current submenus

<F7> Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus

<F8> Access the Q-Flash utility

<F9> Display system information

<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program

•If you do not find the settings you want in the Main Menu or a submenu, press <Ctrl>+<F1>

to access more advanced options.

•When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set

your system to its defaults.

•The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by

BIOS version.

`Standard CMOS Features

`Advanced BIOS Features

`Integrated Peripherals

`Power Management Setup

`PnP/PCI Configurations

`PC Health Status

`MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Load Optimized Defaults

Set Supervisor Password

Set User Password

Save & Exit Setup

Exit Without Saving

Esc: Quit KLJI: Select Item

F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup

Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

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

Standard CMOS Features

Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, floppy disk drive types,

and the type of errors that stop the system boot, etc.



Advanced BIOS Features

Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and

the primary display adapter.



Integrated Peripherals

Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and

integrated LAN, etc.



Power Management Setup

Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions.



PnP/PCI Configurations

Use this menu to configure the system's PCI & PnP resources.



PC Health Status

Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage

and fan speed, etc.



MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc.



Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations.



Load Optimized Defaults

Optimized defaults are factory settings for optimal-performance system operations.



Set Supervisor Password

Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup.

A supervisor password allows you to make changes in BIOS Setup.



Set User Password

Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup.

An user password only allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes.



Save & Exit Setup

Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup.

(Pressing <F10> can also carry out this task.)



Exit Without Saving

Abandon all changes and the previous settings remain in effect. Pressing <Y> to the confirmation

message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing <Esc> can also carry out this task.)

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2-3 Standard CMOS Features

Standard CMOS Features

Date (mm:dd:yy) Fri, Jun 22 2007

Time (hh:mm:ss) 22:31:24

`IDE Channel 0 Master [None]

`IDE Channel 0 Slave [None]

`IDE Channel 2 Master [None]

`IDE Channel 2 Slave [None]

`IDE Channel 3 Master [None]

`IDE Channel 3 Slave [None]

Drive A [1.44M, 3.5"]

Floppy 3 Mode Support [Disabled]

Halt On [All, But Keyboard]

Base Memory 640K

Extended Memory 510M

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Default F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level`

Date

Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date and year. Select the

desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the date.

Time

Sets the system time. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0. Select the desired field and use the up arrow

or down arrow key to set the time.

IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave

IDE HDD Auto-Detection

Press <Enter> to autodetect the parameters of the IDE/SATA device on this channel.

IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave

Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the three methods below:

• Auto 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 the hard drive when the

hard drive access mode is set to CHS.

Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are: Auto (default), CHS, LBA,

Large.

IDE Channel 2/3 Master/Slave

IDE Auto-Detection

Press <Enter> to autodetect the parameters of the IDE/SATA device on this channel.

Extended IDE Drive

Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the two methods below:

• Auto 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.

Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are: Auto (default), Large.

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The following fields display your hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters

manually, refer to the information on the hard drive.

Capacity Approximate capacity of the currently installed hard drive.

Cylinder Number of cylinders.

Head Number of heads.

Precomp Write precompensation cylinder.

Landing Zone Landing zone.

Sector Number of sectors.

Drive A

Allows you to selects the type of floppy disk drive installed in your system. If you do not install a

floppy disk drive, set this item to None. Options are: None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5",

1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5".

Floppy 3 Mode Support

Allows you to specify whether the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a

Japanese standard floppy disk drive. Options are: Disabled (default), Drive A.

Halt on

Allows you to determine whether the system will stop for an error during the POST.

No Errors The system boot will not stop for any error.

All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will stop.

All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error but stop for all other

errors. (Default)

All, But Diskette The system boot will not stop for a floppy disk drive error but stop for all

other errors.

All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but

it will stop for all other errors.

Memory

These fields are read-only and 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.

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2-4 Advanced BIOS Features

AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control

Auto Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VIA to

reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default)

Disabled Disable this function.

Hard Disk Boot Priority

Specifies the sequence of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. Use the up

or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key <+> (or <PageUp>) or the minus

key <-> (or <PageDown>) to move it up or down on the list. Press <Esc> to exit this menu when

finished.

First/Second/Third Boot Device

Specifies the boot order from the available devices. Use the up or down arrow key to select a

device and press <Enter> to accept. Options are: Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP,

USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USB-HDD, LAN, Disabled.

Password Check

Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter

BIOS Setup. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User

Password item in the BIOS Main Menu.

Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default)

System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup

program.

HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability

Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of your

hard drive. This feature allows your system to report read/write errors of the hard drive and to

issue warnings when a third party hardware monitor utility is installed. (Default: Disabled)

Advanced BIOS Features

AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control [Auto]

`Hard Disk Boot Priority [Press Enter]

First Boot Device [Floppy]

Second Boot Device [Hard Disk]

Third Boot Device [CDROM]

Password Check [Setup]

HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability [Disabled]

Away Mode [Disabled]

Full Screen LOGO Show [Enabled]

Init Display First [PEG]

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level`

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Away Mode

Enables or disables Away Mode in Windows XP Media Center operating system. Away Mode

allows the system to silently perform unattended tasks while in a low-power mode that appears off

(Default: Disabled)

Init Display First

Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card or the

PCI Express graphics card.

PCI Slot Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default)

PEG Sets PCI Express graphics card as the first display.

Full Screen LOGO Show

Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled

displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled)

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2-5 Integrated Peripherals

Integrated Peripherals

`Serial-ATA RAID Config [Press Enter]

On-Chip IDE Channel0 [Enabled]

IDE DMA tran sfer access [Enabled]

On-Chip MAC Lan [Auto]

NV Serial-ATA 1 [Enabled]

IDE Prefetch Mode [Enabled]

USB Memory Type [SHADOW]

Onchip SATA Mode [IDE]

Onboard Audio Function [Auto]

Onboard 1394 [Enabled]

`SMART LAN [Press Enter]

Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8/IRQ4]

Onboard Parallel Port [378/IRQ7]

Parallel Port Mode [SPP]

x ECP Mode Use DMA 3

On-Chip USB [V1.1+V2.0]

USB Keyboard Support [Disabled]

USB Mouse Support [Disabled]

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level`

Integrated Peripherals

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level`

Legacy USB storage detect [Enabled]

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NV SATA Pri-Master RAID

Enables or disables RAID for the first SATA 3Gb/s connector (SATAII0). This item is configurable

only if the Onchip SATA Mode item is set to RAID. (Default: Enabled)

NV SATA Pri-Slave RAID

Enables or disables RAID for the second SATA 3Gb/s connector (SATAII1). This item is configurable

only if the Onchip SATA Mode item is set to RAID. (Default: Enabled)

NV SATA Sec-Master RAID

Enables or disables RAID for the third SATA 3Gb/s connector (SATAII2). This item is configurable

only if the Onchip SATA Mode item is set to RAID. (Default: Enabled)

NV SATA Sec-Slave RAID

Enables or disables RAID for the fourth SATA 3Gb/s connector (SATAII3). This item is configurable

only if the Onchip SATA Mode item is set to RAID. (Default: Enabled)

On-Chip IDE Channel0

Enables or disables the first integrated IDE controller. (Default: Enabled)

IDE DMA transfer access

Enables or disables DMA (Direct Memory Access) mode for the IDE device(s). Disabled turns off

DMA mode for the IDE device(s) and lets it operate in PIO (Programmed Input/Output) mode.

(Default: Enabled)

On-Chip MAC LAN

Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Auto)

If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item

to Disabled.

NV Serial-ATA 1

Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)

IDE Prefetch Mode

Enables or disbales prefetch mode for the integrated IDE controller. Enabled activates the IDE

prefetch buffer to enhance hard drive performance. (Default: Enabled)

Serial-ATA RAID Config

Item Help

Menu Level`

x NV SATA Pri-Master RAID Enabled

x NV SATA Pri-Slave RAID Enabled

x NV SATA Sec-Master RAID Enabled

x NV SATA Sec-Slave RAID Enabled

KLJI: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

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USB Memory Type

Specifies the type of memory allocated for USB devices. Options are: SHADOW (default), Base

Memory (640K).

Onchip SATA Mode

Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controller integrated in the nVIDIA® nForce 560 chipset or

configures the SATA controller to AHCI mode.

IDE Disables RAID for the SATA controller and configures the SATA controller to

PATA mode. (Default)

AHCI Configures the SATA controller to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller

Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to

enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and

hot plug.

RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller.

Onboard Audio Function

Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Auto)

If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item

to Disabled.

Onboard 1394

Enables or disables the onboard IEEE 1394 function. (Default: Enabled)

SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function)

This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the attached LAN

cable. This feature will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to the fault or short.

Refer to the 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.

SMART LAN

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Pair1-2 Status = Open / Length = 0.0m

Pair3-6 Status = Open / Length = 0.0m

Pair4-5 Status = Open / Length = 0.0m

Pair7-8 Status = Open / Length = 0.0m

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When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally...

If no cable problem is detected on the LAN cable connected to a Gigabit hub or a 10/100 Mbps hub,

the following message will appear:

Link Detected Displays transmission speed

Cable Length Displays the approximate length of the attached LAN cable.

Note: The Gigabit hub will only operate at a speed of 10/100Mbps in MS-DOS mode; it will operate

at a normal speed of 10/100/1000Mbps 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 will be the approximate distance to the fault or short.

Example: Pair1-2 Status = Short / Length = 1.6m

Explanation: A fault or short might occur at about 1.6m on Pair 1-2.

Note: Pair 4-5 and Pair 7-8 are not used in a 10/100 Mbps environment, so their Status fields will

show Open, and the length shown is the approximate length of the attached LAN cable.

Start detecting at Port.....

Link Detected --> 100Mbps

Cable Length= 30 m

Onboard LAN Boot ROM

Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip.

(Default: Disabled)

Onboard Serial Port 1

Enables or disables the first serial port and specifies its base I/O address and corresponding

interrupt. Options are: Auto, 3F8/IRQ4 (default), 2F8/IRQ3, 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3, Disabled.

Onboard Parallel Port

Enables or disables the onboard parallel port (LPT) and specifies its base I/O address and

corresponding interrupt. Options are: 378/IRQ7 (default), 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7, Disabled.

Parallel Port Mode

Selects an operating mode for the onboard parallel (LPT) port. Options are: SPP (Standard Parallel

Port)(default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP.

ECP Mode Use DMA

Selects DMA channel for the LPT port in ECP mode. This item is configurable only if Parallel Port

Mode is set to ECP or ECP+EPP mode. Options are: 3 (default), 1.

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On-Chip USB Controller

Configures the integrated USB controller.

V1.1+V2.0 Enables the integrated USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 controllers. (Default)

V1.1 Enables only the integrated USB 1.1 controller.

Disabled Disables the integrated USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 controllers.

Disabled will turn off all of the USB functionalities below.

USB Keyboard Support

Allows USB keyboard to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Disabled)

USB Mouse Support

Allows USB mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Disabled)

Legacy USB storage detect

Determines whether to detect USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard

drives during the POST. (Default: Enabled)

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USB Resume from Suspend

Allows the system to be awakened from ACPI S3 sleep state by a wake-up signal from the

installed USB device. (Default: Enabled)

Power On by Alarm

Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)

If enabled, set the date and time as following:

Day of Month Alarm : Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a 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 (Note)

Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows® Vista® operating system.

(Default: Enabled)

HPET Mode (Note)

Allows you to select the HPET mode for your Windows® Vista® operating system. Select 32-bit

mode when you install 32-bit Windows® Vista® ; select 64-bit mode when you install 64-bit

Windows® Vista ®. (Default: 32-bit mode)

Power On By Mouse

Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event.

Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the 5VSB lead.

Disabled Disables this function. (Default)

Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system.

Power On By Keyboard

Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.

Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the 5VSB lead.

Disabled Disables this function. (Default)

Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.

Any Key Press any key on the keyboard to turn on the system.

Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.

KB Power ON Password

Set the password when Power On by Keyboard is set to Password. Press <Enter> on this item

and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept. To turn on the

system, enter the password and press <Enter>.

Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter> on this item. When prompted for the password, press

<Enter> again without entering the password to clear the password settings.

AC Back Function

Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.

Soft-Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)

Full-On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.

Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC

power.

(Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only.

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2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations

PCI1 IRQ Assignment

Auto BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the first PCI slot. (Default)

3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the first PCI slot.

PCI2 IRQ Assignment

Auto BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the second PCI slot. (Default)

3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the second PCI slot.

PCI3 IRQ Assignment

Auto BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the third PCI slot. (Default)

3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the third PCI slot.

PCI4 IRQ Assignment

Auto BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the fourth PCI slot. (Default)

3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the fourth PCI slot.

PnP/PCI Configurations

PCI1 IRQ Assignment [Auto]

PCI2 IRQ Assignment [Auto]

PCI3 IRQ Assignment [Auto]

PCI4 IRQ Assignment [Auto]

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Product specificaties

Merk:	Gigabyte
Categorie:	Moederbord
Model:	GA-M56S-S3
Breedte:	305 mm
Diepte:	214 mm
Type stroombron:	ATX
Aantal USB 2.0-poorten:	4
Microfoon, line-in ingang:	Ja
Aantal Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)-poorten:	1
Hoofdtelefoonuitgangen:	1
Processor socket:	Socket AM2
Processorfabrikant:	AMD
Maximum intern geheugen:	16 GB
Aantal IEEE 1394-/Firewire-poorten:	1
Audiochip:	Realtek ALC888
S/PDIF-uitgang:	Ja
PS/2 poort(en):	2
Seriële poort(en):	1
Uitbreidingsslots:	1 x PCI Express x 16\n2 x PCI Express x 1\n4 x PCI
Parallelle poort(en):	1
Moederbord form factor:	ATX
Aantal geheugenslots:	4
Aansluiting voor CPU koeler:	Ja
ATX Power connector (24-pin):	Ja
Aantal SATA-aansluitingen:	4
USB 2.0 aansluitingen:	3
Aansluiting voor audiopaneel aan voorzijde:	Ja
Aansluiting voor diskettestation:	Ja
Chassis intrusion aansluiting:	Ja
S/PDIF uitgang:	Ja
IEEE1394 aansluitingen:	2
CD/AUX audio-ingang:	Ja
Aantal Parallel ATA aansluitingen:	1