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Gigabyte GA-G31M-S2L User Manual

Gigabyte GA-G31M-S2L
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GA-G31M-S2L/
GA-G31M-S2C
LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel
®
Core
TM
processor family/
Intel
®
Pentium
®
processor family/Intel
®
Celeron
®
processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1103
12ME-G31MS2L-1103R

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-G31M-S2L Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of memory slots2
Maximum internal memory4 GB
Processor socketLGA 775 (Socket T)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Power fan connectorYes
Number of SATA connectors4
Number of Parallel ATA connectors1
Special features-@BIOS -Q-Flash -EasyTune -Xpress Install -Xpress Recovery2 -Virtual Dual BIOS
Headphone outputs3
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chipRealtek ALC662
Power source typeATX
Audio output channels5.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Compatible operating systemsMicrosoft Windows Vista/XP/2000
Graphics card-
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth193 mm
Width243 mm

Summary

Declaration of Conformity and Compliance

Declaration of Conformity

Formal statement of product compliance with EMC and safety standards.

Supplementary Information

FCC compliance statement for digital devices.

Hardware Installation Guide

Installation Precautions

Essential safety guidelines and precautions for motherboard installation.

Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard and its components.

Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU and CPU cooler.

Installing the Memory

Guide for installing memory modules and configuring dual channel.

Installing an Expansion Card

Instructions for installing expansion cards into PCI/PCIe slots.

Back Panel Connectors

Identifies and explains the function of back panel connectors.

Internal Connectors

Details internal connectors on the motherboard for system components.

BIOS Setup Configuration

Startup Screen

Displays the initial screen shown when the computer boots.

The Main Menu

Overview of the main menu and BIOS setup navigation.

Standard CMOS Features

Configuration for system date, time, and basic hardware detection.

Advanced BIOS Features

Settings for boot order, CPU features, and other advanced options.

Integrated Peripherals

Configuration for onboard devices like SATA, USB, and LAN.

Power Management Setup

Options for managing system power states and wake-up events.

PnP/PCI Configurations

Configuration for Plug and Play and PCI resource assignments.

PC Health Status

Displays system voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

Settings for overclocking, voltages, and memory timings.

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Loads the safest, most stable factory default BIOS settings.

Load Optimized Defaults

Loads the optimal factory default BIOS settings for performance.

Set Supervisor/User Password

Security feature to set BIOS access passwords.

Save & Exit Setup

Saves current BIOS settings and exits the setup utility.

Exit Without Saving

Exits BIOS Setup without saving any changes made.

Installing System Drivers

Installing Chipset Drivers

Step-by-step guide to install motherboard chipset drivers.

Software Applications

Information on bundled software applications available for installation.

Driver CD Information

Details about the drivers and tools included on the driver CD.

Hardware Information

Provides information about the motherboard's hardware devices.

Contact Us

Contact details for GIGABYTE support and service centers.

Advanced Motherboard Features

Xpress Recovery2

Utility for system data compression, backup, and restoration.

BIOS Update Utilities

Guides on updating the BIOS using Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities.

EasyTune 5 Pro

Tool for system overclocking, fan control, and hardware monitoring.

System Appendix and Troubleshooting

Configuring Audio Input and Output

Instructions for configuring audio jacks for different channel setups.

Troubleshooting

FAQs and a step-by-step procedure to diagnose and solve system issues.

Environmental and Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory Notices

Legal notices regarding document usage and information accuracy.

Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment

GIGABYTE's commitment to environmental regulations like RoHS and WEEE.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement

Statement on the presence of hazardous substances in compliance with RoHS.

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement

Information on WEEE directive for proper disposal and recycling of electronic waste.

WEEE Symbol Statement

Explanation of the WEEE symbol and proper waste disposal procedures.

China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table

Table detailing hazardous substance content in product parts per China RoHS.

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