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GIGABYTE: GA-965GM-S2 (rev. 2.0)

GA-965GM-S2 (rev. 2.0)
Intel® G965 chipset

Supports Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme Quad Core / Core™ 2 Duo / Intel® Pentium® D processor
Solid capacitors design in CPU VRM
Supports high performance Dual Channel DDR2 800 memory
Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3000 (Intel® GMA X3000).
Features PCI Express x16 for outstanding graphics performance
Integrated new generation SATA 3Gb/s interface
Features Gigabit LAN and IEEE 1394 connection
Features 8-channel Intel High Definition Audio







Overview
RoHS compliant
As a member of the global community to look after the environment, Gigabyte complies with the European Union's Restriction of use of certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive which limits the use of lead, mercury, cadmium and other hazardous substances in electronic products.. From components and material selection to production processes, make up of accessories, packaging/color boxes etc; GIGABYTE has carefully examined and designed this product to be 100% RoHS compliant. GIGABYTE will continue to develop RoHS compliant PC components and commit valuable resources to promoting and advancing RoHS directive goals and objectives.
Smart
The Smart featured motherboards of GIGABYTE S-series provide GIGABYTE proprietary innovative software such as Download Center, @BIOS, Q-Flash, Xpress Install, Boot menu, and Smart Fan. BIOS and driver management now becomes much easier and user friendly through GIGABYTE Smart features!...more
Safe
Safe is the key feature of GIGABYTE S-series motherboards with the following elements: Excellent hardware design reinforced BIOS protection through GIGABYTE Virtual Dual BIOS Technology and GIGABYTE BIOS Setting Recovery Technology. Unique system software such as Xpress Recovery 2, PC Health Monitor, HDD S.M.A.R.T., and C.O.M. further strengthen the stability and reliability of your PC!...more
Intel Next-Generation Core™2 Duo Processor
Leading the silicon process technology from 90nm to 65nm, the Intel new-generation CPU transistors deliver more energy-efficient performance than anyone. Based on the Intel's next generation Micro Architecture, the Intel Core ™2 Duo processor with two cores and shared L2 caches provides the best capability-per-watt solutions. The cutting-edge processor the significant performance boosts and better energy efficient platform
Intel® G965 Express Chipset
The Intel® G965 Express Chipset combines the latest platform technologies, such as Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3000 with Clear Video Technology, Intel® High Definition Audio, and Intel® Fast Memory Access to deliver breakthrough performance to your entertainment PC.

Intel Fast Memory Access
Intel Fast Memory Access technology optimizes system performance by maximizing memory bandwidth and reducing the latency of the memory accesses. ...more
Solid Capacitor for CPU VRM
Stable system operation depends upon the quality of CPU VRM (voltage regulator module). GIGABYTE adopts Conductive Polymer Aluminum Solid Capacitors for CPU VRM to ensure a longer lifespan for systems in daily operation and boost system stability under extreme conditions. CPU VRM with Solid Capacitors featuring better electronic conductivity, excellent heat resistance enhances system durability even operating in high temperature environment.
Dual Channel DDR2 800
Get a jump in memory performance with the advanced technology of DDR2 800 memory architecture, which delivers superior performance for the most demanding applications
SATA 3Gb/s storage interface
The SATA specification doubles bus bandwidth from 1.5Gb/s to 3Gb/s. Native Command Queuing is a new specification that enables out-of-order execution of commands for efficient retrieval of data. Hot Plug support allows users to insert and remove hard disk drives without shutting off power to the system.
RAID Function for Storage Device
Supporting RAID 0, 1, JBOD function, GIGABYTE SATA2 and PATA Controller delivers completely solution for storage interface to increase fault tolerance, improve data access performance and provides additional interface for more IDE devices.
Gigabit LAN connectivity
The Gigabit network interface delivers a high speed LAN connection with data transfer rate up to 1000Mb/s, providing new generation connectivity for the broadband era. Gigabit LAN is ideally for seamless internet connection such as streaming audio and video contents
Intel® High Definition Audio
Intel® High Definition Audio enables 8 channel premium digital sound in the PC for an immersive surround sound experience. In addition, Intel HD Audio delivers multiple audio channels in your PC so you can listen to two different streams simultaneously in two separate rooms.

Specifications
CPU
  1. LGA775 for Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme quad-core / Core™ 2 Extreme dual-core / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Pentium® processor Extreme Edition / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D
  2. L2 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
  1. Northbridge: Intel® G965 Express Chipset
  2. Southbridge: Intel® ICH8
  3. Marvel 8056 Gigabit LAN Controller
  4. GIGABYTE SATAII controller
  5. Realtek ALC888 8 Channel Audio Codec
Memory
  1. Supports DDR2 800/667/533 memory
  2. Dual Channel architecture support up to 8GB by 4 DIMM slots
Expansion Slots
  1. 1 x PCI Express X16 slot
  2. 1 x PCI Express X1 slot
  3. 2 x PCI slots
Form Factor
  1. MicroATX form factor, 244 x 244mm
Internal I/O Connectors
  1. 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
  2. 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
  3. 1 x floppy connector
  4. 1 x IDE connector
  5. 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
  6. 1 x CPU fan connector
  7. 1 x system fan connector
  8. 1 x front panel connector
  9. 1 x front audio connector
  10. 1 x CD In connector
  11. 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 6 ports by cables
  12. 1 x SPDIF In/Out connector
  13. 1 x COM port connector
  14. 2 x IEEE1394a connectors for additional 2 ports by cable
  15. 1 x power LED connector
Back Panel Connectors
  1. 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
  2. 1 x PS/2 mouse port
  3. 1 x parallel port
  4. 1 x VGA port
  5. 1 x serial port (COMA)
  6. 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
  7. 1 x IEEE1394a port
  8. 1 x RJ-45 port
  9. 6 x audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In/Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out)/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Side Speaker Out)
H/W Monitoring
  1. System voltage detection
  2. CPU / System temperature detection
  3. CPU / System fan speed detection
  4. CPU warning temperature
  5. CPU / System fan failure warning
  6. CPU Smart Fan Control
BIOS
  1. 1 8 Mbit flash ROM
  2. Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
  3. PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b
Unique Features
  1. Supports RAID 0, 1, 0+1, JBOD (GIGABYTE SATAII)
  2. Supports @BIOS
  3. Supports Download Center
  4. Supports Q-Flash
  5. Supports EasyTune5
  6. Supports Xpress Install
  7. Supports Xpress Recovery2
  8. Supports Virtual Dual BIOS (Xpress BIOS Rescue)

Driver

Audio
DownloadDateDescriptionVersionSize
Download from ...2008/09/16Realtek Function driver for Realtek Azalia audio chip (Including Microsoft UAA Driver in English edition)
O.S. : Windows 2000,Windows® XP,Windows® XP 64bit,Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 32bit,Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 64bit,Windows Vista x86 (32-bit),Windows Vista x64 (64-bit)
R2.0034.78 MB
Download from ...2006/10/03Microsoft UAA (Universal Audio Architecture) Bus driver (Full Multi-language version )
O.S. : Windows 2000,Windows® XP,Windows Server 2003
5.10.0.501029.87 MB

Chipset
DownloadDateDescriptionVersionSize
Download from ...2007/12/26Intel INF installation
O.S. : Windows 2000,Windows® XP,Windows® XP 64bit,Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 32bit,Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 64bit,Windows Vista x86 (32-bit),Windows Vista x64 (64-bit)
8.3.1.10092.01 MB

LAN
DownloadDateDescriptionVersionSize
Download from ...2007/03/14Marvell Lan driver
O.S. : Windows Vista x64 (64-bit)
9.12.4.35.01 MB
Download from ...2007/03/14Marvell Lan driver
O.S. : Windows Vista x86 (32-bit)
9.12.4.31.73 MB
Download from ...2007/02/08Marvell Lan driver
O.S. : Windows 98,Windows Me,Windows 2000,Windows® XP,Windows® XP 64bit,Windows Server 2003
8.61.3.37.86 MB

SATA RAID
DownloadDateDescriptionVersionSize
Download from ...2008/11/13GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID Driver
O.S. : Windows 2000,Windows® XP 32bit,Windows® XP 64bit,Windows Vista x86 (32-bit),Windows Vista x64 (64-bit)
1.17.42.09g3.14 MB
Download from ...2008/11/13GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID Driver (Preinstall driver)
Note: Press F6 during Windows* setup to read from floppy. (For non-VISTA operating systems)
O.S. : Windows 2000,Windows® XP 32bit,Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 32bit,Windows Vista x86 (32-bit)
1.17.42.09g0.15 MB
Download from ...2008/11/13GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID Driver (Preinstall driver)
Note: Press F6 during Windows* setup to read from floppy. (For non-VISTA operating systems)
O.S. : Windows® XP 64bit,Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 64bit,Windows Vista x64 (64-bit)
1.17.42.09g0.15 MB

VGA
DownloadDateDescriptionVersionSize
Download from ...2008/12/03Intel VGA driver
O.S. : Windows Vista x86 (32-bit)
7.14.10.150414.79 MB
Download from ...2008/12/03Intel VGA driver
O.S. : Windows Vista x64 (64-bit)
7.14.10.150411.15 MB
Download from ...2007/02/08Intel VGA (G965/Q965/Q963/946GZ) Driver
O.S. : Windows 2000,Windows® XP
6.14.10.47046.77 MB
Download from ...2007/02/08Intel VGA (G965/Q965/Q963/946GZ) Driver
O.S. : Windows® XP 64bit
6.14.10.47049.13 MB



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