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    							GA-K8VM800M /
    GA-K8VM800M-RH
    AMD Socket 754 Processor Motherboard
    Users Manual
    Rev. 2004
    12ME-K8VM800M-2004R
    * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with users other household waste
    and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!!
    * The WEEE marking applies only in European Unions member states. 
    						
    							Aug. 8, 2005Motherboard
    GA-K8VM800M
    Motherboard
    GA-K8VM800MAug. 8, 2005     
    						
    							Jun. 21, 2006Motherboard
    GA-K8VM800M-RH
    Motherboard
    GA-K8VM800M-RHJun. 21, 2006     
    						
    							Copyright
    © 2006 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
    The trademarks mentioned in the manual are legally registered to their respective companies.
    Notice
    The written content provided with this product is the property of Gigabyte.
    No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any
    means without Gigabytes prior written permission. Specifications and features are subject to
    change without prior notice.
    Product Manual Classification
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    following:
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     Product User Manual.
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    For more product details, please click onto Gigabytes website at www.gigabyte.com.tw 
    						
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    Table of Contents
    GA-K8VM800M(-RH) Motherboard Layout.................................................................... 7
    Block Diagram................................................................................................................ 8
    Chapter 1Hardware Installation.................................................................................... 9
    1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation.................................................................... 9
    1-2 Feature Summary.......................................................................................... 10
    1-3 Installation of the CPU and Heatsink .............................................................. 12
    1-3-1Installation of the CPU......................................................................................... 12
    1-3-2 Installation of the Heatsink.................................................................................. 13
    1-4 Installation of Memory.................................................................................... 14
    1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards ...................................................................... 15
    1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction ........................................................................... 16
    1-7 Connectors Introduction.................................................................................. 17
    Chapter 2  BIOS Setup................................................................................................ 27
    The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : D1) ....................................................... 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
    2-10Set Supervisor/User Password..................................................................... 42
    2-11 Save & Exit Setup......................................................................................... 43
    2-12Exit Without Saving....................................................................................... 43 
    						
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    Chapter 3Drivers 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
    4-1-1EasyTune 5 Introduction..................................................................................... 50
    4-1-2Xpress Recovery Introduction........................................................................... 51
    4-1-3Flash BIOS Method Introduction........................................................................ 54
    4-1-4 Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction...................................................... 63
    4-1-5 2 / 4 / 6 Channel Audio Function Introduction................................................. 70
    4-2 Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 74 
    						
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    GA-K8VM800M(-RH) Motherboard Layout
    ATX MS/KB
    LPTCOMA
    ATX_12VSocket 754
    R_USB
    DDR2DDR1
    COMB CODECIT8705
    VIA VT8237R /
    VT8237R+ BIOS
    PCI1
    PCI2
    F_USB2 F_USB1
    CLR_CMOSSATA1 SYS_FAN
    GA-K8VM800M(-RH)
    F_PANEL
    PCI3
    BAT F_AUDIO
    CD_IN VIA 6103LAGP
    PWR_LEDFDD
    IDE2 IDE1 CPU_FAN
    AUDIO
    USB
    LANVGA
    SATA0 IR
    SPDIF_IOVIA K8M800 
    						
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    Block Diagram
    CPUCLK+/- (200MHz)
    H.T. Bus 800MHz
    33 MHz
    14.318 MHz AGP
    4X/8X
    AGPCLK
    (66MHz)
    3 PCI
    PCICLK
    (33MHz)
    RJ45
    AC97 Link
    MIC
    LINE-IN
    LINE-OUT
    2 Serial ATA
    400/333/266/200MHzDDR RAM
    LPC BUS
    8 USB
    Ports
    24
    MHz
    33 MHz
    Floppy
    PS/2 KB/Mouse
    2 COM
    Ports
    BIOS
    ATA33/66/100/133
    IDE Channels LAN
     AMD
    AlthlonTM 64
    processor (K8)
    VGA Port
    Audio
    CODEC
    IR
    IT8705LPT Port
    VIA 6103L
    VIA VT8237R /
    VT8237R+ Mll-Link
    66 MHz
    VIA K8M800
    66 MHz
    14.318 MHz 
    						
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    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 1 Hardware Installation 
    						
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    English
    CPUŠSocket 754 for AMD AthlonTM 64 processor (K8)
    Š1600MH/z system bus
    ŠSupports core frequencies in excess of 3000+ and faster
    ChipsetŠNorthbridge: VIA K8M800
    ŠSouthbridge: VIA VT8237R / VT8237R+
    MemoryŠ2 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 2GB memory)
    ŠSupports DDR 400
    (Note 1)/333/266/200 DIMM
    ŠSupports 2.5V DDR DIMM
    SlotsŠ1 AGP slot
    Š3 PCI slots
    IDE ConnectionsŠ2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), allows connection of
    4 IDE devices
    FDD ConnectionsŠ1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
    Onboard SATAŠ2 Serial ATA connections (Note2)
    PeripheralsŠ1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
    Š1 serial port (COMA), 1 VGA port, onboard COMB connection
    Š8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)
    Š1 front audio connector
    Š1 IR connector
    Š1 PS/2 keyboard port
    Š1 PS/2 mouse port
    On-Board  VGAŠBuild in VIA K8M800 Chipset
    Onboard LANŠOnboard VIA 6103L chip (10/100 Mbit)
    Š1 RJ 45 port
    Onboard AudioŠRealtek ALC655 CODEC
    ŠSupports Line In ; Line Out ; MIC In
    ŠSupports 2 / 4 / 6 channel audio
    ŠSPDIF In/Out connection
    ŠCD In connection
    I/O ControlŠIT8705
    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 DDR400 memory modules.
    (Note 2) It is recommended to use SATA (1.5Gb/s) hard disks. 
    						
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