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Gigabyte GA-MA74GMT-S2 User Manual

Gigabyte GA-MA74GMT-S2
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GA-MA74GMT-S2H/
GA-MA74GMT-S2
AM3 socket motherboard for
AMD Phenom
II processor/ AMD Athlon
II processor
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-MA74GMT2-1001R

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-MA74GMT-S2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory voltage1.5 V
Number of memory slots2
Processor socketSocket AM3
Processor manufacturerAMD
Number of SATA connectors4
Number of Parallel ATA connectors1
Headphone outputs3
USB 2.0 ports quantity8
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports0
Audio chipRealtek ALC888B
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetAMD 740G
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Compatible operating systemsWin 7, Vista, XP
RAID levels0, 1
Bundled softwareNorton Internet Security
Networking features10/100/1000 Mbps
BIOS memory size16 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth220 mm
Width244 mm

Summary

Hardware Installation Guide

Installation Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines and procedures to follow before installing hardware components.

Motherboard Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard, including chipset, memory, and connectivity.

CPU and Cooler Installation Steps

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

RAM Module Installation

Guidance on installing memory modules, including dual-channel configuration.

Expansion Card Installation Procedure

Instructions for installing expansion cards into available slots on the motherboard.

Back Panel Connector Descriptions

Identification and function of all connectors located on the motherboard's back panel.

Internal Motherboard Connectors

Details and pin assignments for various internal headers and connectors on the motherboard.

BIOS Setup Configuration

System Startup Screen Overview

Description of the screens that may appear during the computer's boot process.

BIOS Setup Main Menu Navigation

Explanation of how to navigate the main BIOS setup menu and use function keys.

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

Advanced settings for CPU, memory clock, frequency, and voltages for performance tuning.

Standard CMOS Features Configuration

Configuration of system date, time, and IDE/SATA drive parameters.

Advanced BIOS Feature Settings

Settings for boot order, virtualization, security, and display options.

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Enabling or disabling onboard devices like IDE, SATA, LAN, and audio controllers.

Power Management Settings

Configuration options for system sleep states, wake-up events, and power button behavior.

PnP/PCI Configuration Settings

Settings for Plug and Play (PnP) and PCI slot IRQ assignments.

System Health Monitoring (PC Health)

Monitoring system temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and case intrusion status.

Load Fail-Safe BIOS Defaults

Restores the BIOS to the most stable, minimal-performance default settings.

Load Optimized BIOS Defaults

Restores the BIOS to factory settings for optimal system performance.

BIOS Password Security Setup

Setting supervisor or user passwords to protect BIOS setup access and system.

Saving BIOS Changes and Exiting

Procedure for saving modified BIOS settings and exiting the setup utility.

Exiting BIOS Setup Without Saving

How to exit the BIOS setup without applying any changes made.

Driver Installation Guide

Installing Chipset Drivers

Instructions for installing the essential chipset drivers for motherboard functionality.

Installing GIGABYTE Software Utilities

Guide to installing GIGABYTE's software utilities and other bundled applications.

Accessing Technical Manuals

Information on how to access application guides, driver disk contents, and motherboard manuals.

GIGABYTE Contact Information

Contact details for GIGABYTE's headquarters and branch offices for support.

Viewing System Information

How to view basic system information such as motherboard, BIOS, and CPU details.

Downloading Latest Drivers and Software

Link to GIGABYTE's website for downloading the latest BIOS, drivers, and applications.

GIGABYTE Unique Motherboard Features

Using Xpress Recovery2 for Data Backup

Utility for compressing, backing up, and restoring system data using file system support.

BIOS Update Tools: Q-Flash and @BIOS

Instructions for updating the system BIOS using GIGABYTE's Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities.

System Tuning with EasyTune 6

Software for fine-tuning system settings, overclocking, and monitoring hardware in Windows.

Data Sharing with Q-Share

Tool for sharing data with other computers on the network via LAN connection.

System Data Restore with Time Repair

Utility for backing up and restoring system data using Microsoft Volume Shadow Copy Services.

Appendix and Support Information

Configuring SATA Hard Drives and RAID

Steps for installing SATA drives, configuring controller mode, and setting up RAID arrays.

Audio Configuration: Input and Output

Guides on configuring multi-channel audio, S/PDIF, microphone recording, and sound effects.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

FAQs and a troubleshooting procedure to diagnose and resolve system startup problems.

Regulatory Compliance and Notices

Information on regulatory notices, environmental directives (RoHS, WEEE), and safety statements.

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