Gigabyte G-MAX Micro ATX Series User manual

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Aug/2002

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CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacture.
Dispose of used batteries according
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
 Preface
This system unit is designed to be stable, safe, and easy to use. The system can be
upgraded and expanded in function easily if correct procedure is followed.
For your own safety and to avoid accidental damage to your system, please ensure you
follow the following precautions:
 Follow all the warnings and instructions marked on the products.
 To remove or clean the product, remember to unplug the power cord.
 Place your system unit in a cool, clean space, to be far away from water, heat and
dust.
 Before connecting any peripheral equipment, please unplug the power cord from the
system unit to prevent unexpected damage.
 The AC input supplies power to the system unit. Check your dealer if you can not
recognize the type of the power supply.
 Introduction
G-MAXTM series product, to adopt main board of design & development by GIGABYTE that
is Micro ATX mechanical design in advance, let you work smoothly in Windows
environment.
Micro ATX adopt dexterous mechanical design, so it is ease by assembly & safeguard.
Specification Overview
Micro ATX chassis
Micro ATX main board of GIGABYTE
Power supply
DVD-ROM / CD-ROM (Option)
1.44 “FDD
Multi I/O Card (Option)
Keyboard (Option)
Assembly Box Content
Main board user’s manual
User’s manual
Main board Driver CD
IDE cable
Screw bag
Mouse (Option)

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Software and
Manuals
Power Cord
PC
Mouse
(
O
p
tion
)
Keyboard
(Option)
Cables
 Items included in the package

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Leve
r
CPU Pin
I. Chassis
ŜDimension 405(D)mm x 180(W)mm x 352(H)mm
This chassis is made with material complied with UL specification and designed for
space saving and easy open with thumbscrew. There are two 5.25” and three 3.5”
drive bays. This chassis complies with corresponding EMC and safety regulations.
II. Motherboard
See Motherboard Manual for details.
III. Power Supply
The ATX switching power supply included with this product supports soft off function.
Hence, the system can be shut down automatically under Microsoft Windows

98 (or
higher versions) commands. Default input voltage setting is 230V.
Note: Please check the voltage requirements in the country you reside before
turning on the PC.
IV. System Component Installation
ŜRemove the screws of the side cover of the chassis, push backward to dismount the
cover.
For different processor types, please refer to below installation guide.
ŜCPU (For Intel

Pentium
Ƿand Intel 
Celeron

processors)
Remove front panel

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Install fan on to
p
of CPU
Click the heat sink
locker to the
motherboard
retention module.
Leve
r
CPU Pin
1. Insert the CPU on the CPU socket. Before installation, lift up the lever and align the
cut of the CPU with the marking on the socket.
2. Pull down the lever to lock the CPU on the socket after installation. When you are
installing the heat sink, please make sure to keep the heat sink tight against the
CPU to obtain the best cooling result.
3. Apply the thermal compound to one side of the template, and ensure the compound
is spread evenly across the template and repeat if necessary.
4. Connect fan power connector to the CPU FAN connector on the motherboard.
ŜCPU(For Intel
Pentium 
4 processors)
1.Insert the CPU on the CPU socket. Before installation, lift up the lever and align the
cut of the CPU with the marking on the socket.
2.Pull down the lever to lock the CPU on the socket after installation. Put CPU cooler
on retention module and make sure to keep the heat sink tight against the CPU to
obtain the best cooling result. Lock the cooler on retention module.
3. Apply the thermal compound to one side of the template, and ensure the compound
is spread evenly across the template and repeat if necessary.
4. Connect fan power connector to the CPU FAN connector on the motherboard.
Install fan on to
p
of CPU
Click heat sink
lock on the CPU
socket

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Install fan on to
p
of CPU
Click fan lock on
the pin at sides of
CPU socket.
CPU Pin Leve
r
ŜCPU (For Intel

Tualatin processors)
In this section you will find the gist of CPU installation.
1.Insert the CPU on the CPU socket. Before installation, lift up the lever and align the
cut of the CPU with the marking on the socket.
2.Pull down the lever to lock the CPU on the socket after installation. Put CPU cooler
on retention module and make sure to keep the heat sink tight against the CPU to
obtain the best cooling result. Lock the cooler on retention module.
3. Apply the thermal compound to one side of the template, and ensure the compound
is spread evenly across the template and repeat if necessary.
4. Connect fan power connector to the CPU FAN connector on the motherboard.
Set CPU clock frequency from BIOS Setup, see Motherboard Manual for details.
For AMD AthlonTM and AMD DuronTM processors, the installation method will be similar
to Intel
Pentium 
Ƿand Intel

Celeron

processors

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Locks: make sure they hook up the notches at sides of module
ŜMemory
In this section we will guide you to install 168-pin DIMM RAM module. First, make
sure the position notches at the bottom of the module should align to the pins on the
module sockets on the motherboard, then push the module downward until the locks
hook up notches at sides.
Position notches. Make sure that the notches should align the pin on DIMM
slot on the motherboard
Notches at sides
of module
DDR
Notches at sides
of module
Position notches. Make sure that the notches should align the pin on DIMM
slot on the motherboard
SDRAM

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Connect to
hard drive
ŜHard Drive Installation
1.Remove 3 screws in front of the hard drive chassis and dismount chassis.
2.The chassis accommodates up to three 3.5” storage devices. Select a place and fix
the hard drive with screws.
3.Connect the IDE cable included in the accessory box to the connector on the hard
drive. Make sure that the RED wire on the ribbon connects to PIN 1 of the hard drive.
4.Connect power connector to the hard drive.
3.5”Floppy
Drive
Hard drives

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5.Install chassis back to position after completing hard drive installation.
6.Connect the other end of the IDE connector to the IDE-1 bus on the motherboard.
7.Check all connections again.
Put back front panel
Put back side panel

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V.System Installation and User’s Guide
ŜFront Panel
Power Button
Power LED
HDD LED
CD-ROM
Eject Button
CD-ROM Slot
Floppy Drive
Eject Button
Floppy
Floppy LED
*USB Port
*1394 Port
*PCMCIA Port
*PCMCIA Button USB Port
MIC IN
LINE OUT
Notice!!
A. For those models with front audio module:
B. If you use microphone for recording, please insert it in
the Front Audio Port.
G-MAXTM Micro ATX Front Audio Port
LINE OUT
MIC IN
USB Port

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ŜRear Panel
Power Socket
Keyboard Port (PS/2) Mouse Port (PS/2)
LPT Port
COM Port
*VGA / COM Port
V
oltage Switch
USB Port
Game Port
Audio In
Audio Out
MIC In
*1394 Port
System Fan
*LAN Port
Power Socket
Keyboard Port(PS/2) Mouse Port(PS/2)
LPT Port
COM Port
*VGA / COM Port
V
oltage Switch
USB Port
Game Port
Audio In
Audio Out
MIC In *1394 Port
System Fan
*LAN Port

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ŜNote
1.To avoid broken disc during high-speed operation, we recommend you to use
high quality CD/ Recordable CD/ Re-writable CD.
2.Specification with “Ŏ” mark are subject to change without notice.
3.For latest drivers update, please visit our Web site listed below:
http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/products/plat_index.htm
ŜImportant Safety Instructions
Caution –To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telephone line cord.
Caution –Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing
or disassembly this equipment.
Caution –Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.