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GA-8IDML Series Motherboard
Table of Content
Revision History ..................................................................................... 4
Item Checklist ......................................................................................... 4
WARNING! ............................................................................................... 5
Chapter 1Introduction .............................................................................. 6
Summary of Features .................................................................................. 6
GA-8IDML Series Motherboard Layout ...................................................... 8
Chapter 2Hardware Installation Process ................................................. 9
Step 1: Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)..................................... 10
CPU Installation ............................................................................................................... 10
CPU Heat Sink Installation ............................................................................................... 11
Step 2: Install memory modules ................................................................ 12
Step 3: Install expension cards ................................................................. 13
Step 4: Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply ........... 14
I/O Back Panel Introduction ............................................................................................ 14
Connectors Introduction .................................................................................................. 16
Chapter 3BIOS Setup ........................................................................... 20
The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. :F1) ......................................... 21
Standard CMOS Features ......................................................................... 23
Advanced BIOS Features .......................................................................... 27
Advanced Chipset Features ...................................................................... 29
Integrated Peripherals .............................................................................. 32
Power Management Setup ....................................................................... 39