Gigabyte GA-K8U Manuel utilisateur

GA-K8U

AMD Socket 754 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1002

12ME-K8U-1002

Jan. 26, 2005

Motherboard

GA-K8U

MotherboardMotherboard

Motherboard

GA-K8U

Jan. 26, 2005

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Notice

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following:

For quick installation, please refer to the "Hardware Installation Guide" included with the

product.

For detailed product information and specifications, please carefully read the

"Product User Manual".

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you need.

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Table of Contents

GA-K8U Motherboard Layout ........................................................................................ 6

Block Diagram ............................................................................................................... 7

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ................................................................................... 9

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation ................................................................. 9

1-2 Feature Summary .......................................................................................... 10

1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink ............................................................ 11

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU .......................................................................................... 11

1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink ................................................................................... 12

1-4 Installation of Memory ................................................................................... 13

1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards .................................................................... 14

1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction .......................................................................... 15

1-7 Connectors Introduction ................................................................................ 16

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................... 27

The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : D3) ....................................................... 28

2-1 Standard CMOS Features ............................................................................. 30

2-2 Advanced BIOS Features ............................................................................. 32

2-3 Integrated Peripherals ................................................................................... 33

2-4 Power Management Setup ............................................................................ 36

2-5 PnP/PCI Configurations ................................................................................ 38

2-6 PC Health Status ........................................................................................... 39

2-7 Frequency/Voltage Control ........................................................................... 40

2-8 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ................................................................................ 41

2-9 Load Optimized Defaults ............................................................................... 41

2-10 Set Supervisor/User Password ..................................................................... 42

2-11 Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................... 43

2-12 Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................... 43

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ..................................................................................... 45

3-1 Install Chipset Drivers ................................................................................... 45

3-2 Software Application ...................................................................................... 46

3-3 Software Information ..................................................................................... 46

3-4 Hardware Information .................................................................................... 47

3-5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................... 47

Chapter 4 Appendix ................................................................................................... 49

4-1 Unique Software Utilities ............................................................................... 49

4-1-1 EasyTune 5 Introduction ....................................................................................... 49

4-1-2 Xpress Recovery Introduction .............................................................................. 50

4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction .......................................................................... 53

4-1-4 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction ......................................................... 62

4-1-5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction ........................................... 70

4-2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 78

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GA-K8U Motherboard Layout

ATX_12V

CPU_FAN

PWR_FAN

CODEC

SMSC

LPC47M997-NR

ULi M1689

BIOS

PCI1

PCI2

DDR3

F_USB2F_USB1

DDR2

DDR1

SATA1

SATA2

BAT

ATX

IDE2

FDD

CLR_CMOS

SYS_FAN

GA-K8U

MS/KB

Socket 754

AUDIO

COMB

LPT

R_USB

USB

LAN

F_AUDIO

CD_IN

F_PANEL

PWR_LED

COMA

IDE1

PCI3

PCI4

RTL

8100C

SUR_CEN

SPDIF_IO

PCI5

AGP

GAME

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Block Diagram

Line-Out

MIC

AMD K8

Socket 754

CPU

CPUCLK+/-(800MHz)

AGPCLK

(66MHz)

Hyper Transport Bus

ULi M1689

DDR 400(Note)/333/266/200MHz DIMM

24MHz

33MHz

SMSC

LPC47M997-

2 Serial ATA

ATA33/66/100/133

IDE Channels

CODEC

Line-In

PCICLK

(33MHz)

5 PCI

PCI Bus

RTL

8100C

RJ45

8 USB

Ports

DDR RAM

Floppy

PS/2 KB/Mouse

LPT Port

AGP Slot

4X/8X

LPC BUS

COM Port

LAN

BIOS

(Note) Because of CPU limitations, if you want to install DDR400 memory modules in your system, please

install either one double-sided or two single-sided DDR400 memory modules. The DDR400 speed

will drop down to DDR333 if you install two double-sided or three single-sided DDR400 memory

modules.

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Hardware Installation- 9 -

English

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation

Preparing Your Computer

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can

become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please

follow the instructions below:

1. Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.

2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

3. It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components

(CPU, RAM).

4. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic

pad or within a electrostatic shielding container.

5. Please verify that the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector

from the motherboard.

Installation Notices

1. Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers

are required for warranty validation.

2. Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the

information in the provided manual.

3. Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.

4. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with

the motherboard circuit or its components.

5. Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard

or within the computer casing.

6. Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

7. Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system

components as well as physical harm to the user.

8. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the

product, please consult a certified computer technician.

Instances of Non-Warranty

1. Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.

2. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.

3. Damage due to improper installation.

4. Damage due to use of uncertified components.

5. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.

6. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.

Chapter 1Hardware Installation

GA-K8U Motherboard - 10 -

English

CPU Socket 754 for AMD AthlonTM 64 processor (K8)

1600MH/z system bus

Supports core frequencies in excess of 3000+ and faster

Chipset ULi M1689 Chipset

Memory 3 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 3GB memory)

Supports DDR 400 (Note 1)/333/266/200 DIMM

Slots 1 AGP slot supports 8X/4X(1.5V) mode

5 PCI slots

IDE Connections 2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), allows connection

of 4 IDE devices

FDD Connections 1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices

Onboard SATA 2 Serial ATA ports from ULi M1689 (SATA1, SATA2)

Peripherals 1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode

2 serial ports (COMA, COMB)

8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)

1 front audio connector

1 IR connector

1 PS/2 keyboard port

1 PS/2 mouse port

Onboard LAN Onboard RTL8100C chip (10/100 Mbit)

1 RJ 45 port

Onboard Audio ALC850 CODEC (UAJ)

Supports Jack Sensing function

Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio (Note 2)

Supports Line In ; Line Out ;MIC

Surround Back Speaker (by optional Surround-kit)

SPDIF In/Out connection

CD In connection

I/O Control SMSC LPC47M997-NR

Hardware Monitor CPU / System temperature detection

System voltage detection

CPU / System fan speed detection

Onboard SATA RAID Onboard ULi M1689 (SATA1, SATA2)

supports data striping (RAID 0) or mirroring (RAID 1) or JBOD function

supports data transfer rate of up to 150 MB/s

supports a maximum of 2 SATA connections

BIOS Use of licensed AWARD BIOS

Supports Q-Flash

Additional Features Supports @BIOS

Supports EasyTune 5 (Note 3)

Overclocking Over Voltage via BIOS (CPU/ DDR/ VCC18/ VCC12/ AGP)

Over Clock via BIOS (CPU/ PCI)

Form Factor ATX form factor; 29.4cm x 21.0cm

1-2 Feature Summary

(Note 1) Because of CPU limitations, if you want to install DDR400 memory modules in your system, please install either

one double-sided or two single-sided DDR400 memory modules. The DDR400 speed will drop down to DDR333 if

you install two double-sided or three single-sided DDR400 memory modules.

(Note 2) To set up an 8 channel audio configuration, you must use Audio Combo Kit (optional device).

(Note 3) EasyTune 5 functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

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