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Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3 User Manual

Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3
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GA-P35-DS3R/
GA-P35-DS3/
GA-P35-S3
LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel
®
Core
TM
processor family/
Intel
®
Pentium
®
processor family/Intel
®
Celeron
®
processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 2002
12ME-P35DS3R-2002R

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of memory slots4
Maximum internal memory8 GB
Processor socketLGA 775 (Socket T)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Power fan connectorYes
Number of SATA connectors6
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.
Parallel ports quantity1
Audio chipRealtek ALC889A
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth210 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines for installing hardware components.

1-2 Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard and its components.

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its cooling solution.

1-4 Installing the Memory

Instructions for installing RAM modules, including Dual Channel configuration.

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Procedure for installing add-on cards like graphics or sound cards.

1-6 Installing the SATA Bracket

Guide for connecting external SATA devices via the chassis back panel.

1-7 Back Panel Connectors

Explains the function and connection of rear panel ports.

1-8 Internal Connectors

Details on various internal headers and connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

2-1 Startup Screen

Describes the screens displayed during system boot-up.

2-2 The Main Menu

Overview of the main BIOS setup utility menu and navigation.

2-3 Standard CMOS Features

Configuration of basic system settings like date, time, and drives.

2-4 Advanced BIOS Features

Settings for boot order, CPU features, and system performance.

2-5 Integrated Peripherals

Configuration of onboard devices like SATA, USB, LAN, and Audio.

2-6 Power Management Setup

Settings for ACPI sleep states and power management features.

2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations

Configuration of Plug and Play and PCI slot IRQ assignments.

2-8 PC Health Status

Monitoring system voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

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

Advanced overclocking and system voltage tuning options.

2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Restores the system to the safest, most stable BIOS default settings.

2-11 Load Optimized Defaults

Restores the system to the optimal performance BIOS default settings.

2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password

Setting BIOS passwords for system and setup access control.

2-13 Save & Exit Setup

Saves current BIOS settings and exits the setup utility.

2-14 Exit Without Saving

Exits BIOS setup without saving any changes made.

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers

Guide to installing essential chipset drivers for motherboard functionality.

3-2 Software Applications

Overview of included GIGABYTE utilities and free software.

3-3 Driver CD Information

Details about the contents of the motherboard driver disk.

3-4 Hardware Information

Information regarding the motherboard's hardware devices.

3-5 Contact Us

Contact details for GIGABYTE technical support and headquarters.

Chapter 4 Unique Features

4-1 Xpress Recovery2

Utility for backing up and restoring system data on hard drives.

4-2 BIOS Update Utilities

Instructions for updating the system BIOS using Q-Flash or @BIOS.

4-3 EasyTune 5

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

4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost

Enables boosting PC performance using USB flash memory.

Chapter 5 Appendix

5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)

Steps to install, configure, and set up SATA hard drives, including RAID.

5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output

Guide to setting up audio jacks for multi-channel audio configurations.

5-3 Troubleshooting

FAQs and procedures to diagnose and resolve common system issues.

Regulatory Statements

Regulatory Notices

Legal disclaimers, copyright, and printing accuracy statements.

Environmental Commitment

GIGABYTE's environmental policies, RoHS, WEEE directives, and recycling.

Contact Us

GIGABYTE Worldwide Offices

Contact details for GIGABYTE headquarters and international branches.

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