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Gigabyte GA-M52L-S3P User Manual

Gigabyte GA-M52L-S3P
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GA-M52L-S3P
AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for
AMD Phenom
TM
FX processor/AMD Phenom
TM
X4 processor/
AMD Phenom
TM
X3 processor/AMD Athlon
TM
X2 processor/
AMD Athlon
TM
processor/AMD Sempron
TM
X2 processor/
AMD Sempron
TM
processor
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-M52LS3P-1001R

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-M52L-S3P Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory voltage1.8 V
Number of memory slots4
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Processor socketSocket AM2
Processor manufacturerAMD
USB 2.0 connectors8
Power fan connectorYes
Number of SATA connectors2
Headphone outputs6
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.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports0
Audio chipRealtek ALC883
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Compatible operating systemsMicrosoft Windows Vista/XP
BIOS typeAWARD
Trial softwareNorton Internet Security
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8201CL
Networking features10/100 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth215 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Declaration of Conformity

Documentation and Identification

Documentation Classifications

Details types of documentation provided by GIGABYTE for product usage.

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

Explains how to find the motherboard revision number.

Manual Structure Overview

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

Guide to installing necessary drivers for the motherboard and its components.

Chapter 4 Unique Features

Explores specialized utilities and functionalities offered by the motherboard.

Chapter 5 Appendix

Contains supplementary information, including configuration guides and regulatory statements.

Package Contents

Box Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for system setup.

Optional Items

Details optional accessories available for purchase to enhance system functionality.

Motherboard Layout

System Block Diagram

Hardware Installation

Installation Precautions

Essential safety guidelines and procedures to follow before and during hardware installation.

Product Specifications

CPU and Cooler Installation

Installing the CPU

Step-by-step instructions for safely installing the CPU into the motherboard socket.

CPU Cooler Installation

Memory Installation

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Explains how to configure memory modules for dual channel performance.

Installing a Memory Module

Expansion Card Installation

Back Panel Connectors

Internal Connectors Overview

Power Connectors

Fan Headers and FDD Connector

IDE and SATA Connectors

System Power LED and Battery

Front Panel Header

Front Panel Audio and CD-IN

S/PDIF In/Out Headers

USB Headers and Chassis Intrusion

Clearing CMOS Jumper

BIOS Setup Guide

BIOS Setup Program Overview

Introduction to the BIOS setup utility, its functions, and how to access it.

Startup Screens

The BIOS Setup Main Menu

BIOS Menu Descriptions

MB Intelligent Tweaker (M.I.T.)

Standard CMOS Features

Advanced BIOS Features

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Power Management Setup

PnP/PCI Configurations

PC Health Status Monitoring

Loading BIOS Default Settings

Setting BIOS Passwords

Saving and Exiting BIOS Setup

Driver Installation

Installing Chipset Drivers

Guide to installing NVIDIA chipset drivers for optimal system performance and compatibility.

Driver Disk Utilities

Application Software

Information on installing GIGABYTE utilities and free software provided on the driver disk.

Technical Manuals

Provides access to driver disk contents, user manuals, and application guides.

Contact and System Information

Contact Information

Details on how to contact GIGABYTE support and access their website.

System Information

Displays current system hardware and software configuration details.

Download Center

Unique Features

Xpress Recovery2 Utility

Utility for backing up and restoring system data, supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems.

BIOS Update Utilities

Updating BIOS with Q-Flash

Step-by-step guide to updating the BIOS using the Q-Flash utility.

Updating BIOS with @BIOS Utility

EasyTune 5 Utility

Appendix: SATA Hard Drive Configuration

Configuring SATA Controller Mode

Steps to correctly set the SATA controller mode in BIOS for RAID or AHCI operation.

Configuring RAID in RAID BIOS

Detailed instructions for creating RAID arrays using the NVIDIA RAID BIOS utility.

Making a RAID Driver Diskette

Installing SATA RAID Driver and OS

Configuring Audio Input and Output

Configuring Multi-Channel Audio

Instructions for setting up motherboard audio jacks for various channel configurations.

Configuring S/PDIF In/Out

Configuring Microphone Recording

Using the Sound Recorder

Troubleshooting Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Common troubleshooting questions and answers, including BIOS issues and beep codes.

Troubleshooting Procedure

Regulatory Statements

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