GIGABYTE Gak8vm800m User Manual

							GA-K8VM800M
AMD Socket 754 Processor Motherboard
Users Manual
Rev. 2001
12ME-K8VM800M-2001 
						

							Aug. 8, 2005Motherboard
GA-K8VM800M
Motherboard
GA-K8VM800MAug. 8, 2005 
						

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Table of Contents
GA-K8VM800M 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............................................................ 12
1-3-1 Installation 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
2-10 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....................................................................................... 50
4-1-2 Xpress Recovery Introduction.............................................................................. 51
4-1-3 Flash 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 Motherboard Layout
AT X MS/KB
LPTCOMA
ATX_12VSocket 754
R_USB
DDR2DDR1
COMB CODECIT8705
VIA 8237R BIOS
PCI1
PCI2
F_USB2 F_USB1
CLR_CMOSSATA1 SYS_FAN
GA-K8VM800M
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 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 8237R
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.