Gigabyte GA-MA69GM-S2H User Manual

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GA-MA69GM-S2H
AM2 socket motherboard for
AMD Athlon
TM
64 FX processor/
AMD Athlon
TM
64 X2 Dual-Core processor/
AMD Athlon
TM
64 processor/AMD Sempron
TM
processor
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-MA69GMS2H-1001R

Gigabyte GA-MA69GM-S2H Specifications

General

Chipset	AMD 690G
Form Factor	Micro ATX
Memory Type	DDR2
Maximum Memory	8 GB
PCI Slots	2
SATA Ports	4
Graphics	Integrated ATI Radeon X1250
Socket	Socket AM2
Memory Slots	4
PCI Express Slots	1 x PCI Express x16
IDE	1 x IDE
Audio	Realtek ALC889A (8-channel)
LAN	Realtek RTL8111B (Gigabit)
Video Outputs	1 x HDMI

Summary

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Hardware Installation - Initial Steps

Installation Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before installing hardware.

Internal and Back Panel Connectors

CPU and Cooler Installation

Installing the CPU

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

Installing the CPU Cooler

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU cooler.

Memory and Expansion Card Installation

Memory Installation and Dual Channel

Guidelines and steps for installing memory modules, including Dual Channel.

Installing an Expansion Card

Motherboard Connector Details

Back Panel Connectors

Internal Connectors Overview

Internal Connectors and Basic Setup

ATX Power Connectors and Fan Headers

Storage and Front Panel Connectors

BIOS Setup Introduction and Navigation

BIOS Setup Menu Options Overview

Descriptions of the main BIOS setup menu options.

BIOS Setup - Core Configurations

Standard CMOS Features

Configuring system date, time, and IDE/SATA device parameters.

Advanced BIOS Features

Advanced CPU, display, and boot settings.

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Enabling/disabling onboard devices like SATA, LAN, Audio, USB.

BIOS Setup - Power Management and Resources

Power Management Setup

PnP/PCI Configurations

BIOS Setup - System Monitoring and Defaults

PC Health Status Monitoring

Loading BIOS Defaults

Setting BIOS Passwords

Saving and Exiting BIOS Setup

Driver and Software Installation

Installing Chipset Drivers

Step-by-step installation of essential chipset drivers.

Unique Motherboard Features

Xpress Recovery2: Backup and Restore

Utility for system data backup and restoration.

BIOS Update Utilities

Instructions for updating BIOS using Q-Flash and @BIOS.

EasyTune 5 System Management

Appendix: Storage Configuration

Configuring SATA Controller Mode

Configuring RAID Array in BIOS

Creating and managing RAID arrays using the ATI FastBuild utility.

Making SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette

Installing OS with SATA RAID/AHCI Drivers

Installing Windows XP/Vista with RAID/AHCI drivers.

Appendix: Audio and Video Features

Configuring Audio Jacks and Output

S/PDIF and DTS Audio Configuration

Microphone Recording Setup

Installing and Using TV Out Bracket

Troubleshooting and Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Troubleshooting Procedure

Step-by-step guide to diagnose and resolve system startup issues.