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GIGABYTE: GA-P31-ES3G (rev. 1.x)

GA-P31-ES3G (rev. 1.x)
Intel® P31/G31 Chipset


Revolution energy saving design with Easy Energy Saver technology
Supports Intel® Core™ 2 multi-core and 45nm processors to FSB 1600 (O.C.)
Solid capacitors and Ferrite core choke design in CPU VRM
Dual Channel DDR2 1066 for remarkable system performance
Ultimate graphics performance with PCI-E x16 interface
DualBIOS solution gives a multiple security to the system
Integrated high speed SATA 3Gb/s
Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet connection
Home theater quality 8-channel High Definition Audio

* Because of chipset limitations, when using FSB 1333 MHz CPU with populating all DIMM sockets, memory frequency will be reduced from the original, and system instability or incorrect detection of memory module may be occur.


Overview


GIGABYTE leading technology-Easy Energy Saver
Featuring an advanced proprietary software design, GIGABYTE Easy Energy Saver is able to dynamically adjust CPU power depending on workload, delivering just the right amount of power needed for the task. Coupled with Intel’s highly efficient 45nm CPU’s, Easy Energy Saver is able to provide exceptional levels of power savings and enhanced power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance.

Intel®Core™ 2 multi-core and upcoming 45nm processors
GA-P31-ES3G supports Intel latest high performance CPU delivers the most energy-efficient performance available today. Based on Intel's Micro Architecture, the Intel multi-core processors with 4 cores and two shared L2 caches provide the best capability-per-watt solutions and are an ideal choice for multi-media enthusiasts and intensive multi-tasking environments. This cutting-edge processor offers significant performance boosts and provides an overall more energy efficient platform.

Solid Capacitor and Ferrite Core Choke for CPU VRM
Stable system operation depends upon the quality of CPU VRM (voltage regulator module). GIGABYTE adopts Conductive Polymer Aluminum Solid Capacitors and Ferrite Core Choke for CPU VRM featuring better electronic conductivity, excellent heat resistance, and ensures a longer lifespan for systems in daily operation and boost system stability under extreme conditions.

DualBIOS™ - Patented Dual Hardware BIOS Protection
DualBIOS™ is a GIGABYTE patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when main BIOS has crashed or failed. Featuring 2 physical BIOS ROMs integrated onboard, GIGABYTE DualBIOS™ allows quick and seamless recovery from BIOS damage or failure due to viruses or improper BIOS updating.

PCI Express Interface
Revolutionary PCI Express interface provides scalable bandwidth for multi-purpose usage. PCI-E x16 interface delivers the utmost graphics experience; PCI-E x1interface delivers twice the bandwidth.

Dual Channel DDR2 1066
Experience the advanced technology of DDR2 1066 memory, featuring faster speeds and higher data bandwidth, which delivers superior performance for the most demanding applications.
* Please refer "Memory Support List" for memory support information.

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

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.

Speed
The Speed compliant motherboards of GIGABYTE S-series provide intelligent over-clocking and over-voltage software settings through both hardware and software design...more

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

Specifications
CPU
  1. Support for an Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme processor/ Intel® Core™ 2 Quad processor/ Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor/ Intel® Pentium® processor Extreme Edition/Intel® Pentium® D processor/ Intel® Pentium® 4 processor Extreme Edition/Intel® Pentium® 4 processor/ Intel® Celeron® processor in the LGA 775 package
  2. L2 cache varies with CPU
Front Side Bus
  1. 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB
Chipset
  1. North Bridge: Intel® P31/G31 Express
  2. South Bridge: Intel® ICH7
Memory
  1. 2 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory
  2. Dual channel memory architecture
  3. Support for DDR2 1066/800/667 MHz memory modules
* Please refer "Memory Support List" for memory support information.
Audio
  1. Realtek ALC888 codec
  2. High Definition Audio
  3. 2/4/5.1-channel
  4. Support for S/PDIF Out
  5. Support for CD In
LAN
  1. RTL 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots
  1. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot
  2. 3 x PCI Express x1 slots
  3. 3 x PCI slots
Storage InterfaceSouth Bridge:
  1. 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices
  2. 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices
iTE IT8718 chip:
  1. 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive
USB
  1. Integrated in the South Bridge
  2. Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back connected to the internal USB headers)
Internal I/O Connectors
  1. 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
  2. 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
  3. 1 x floppy disk drive connector
  4. 1 x IDE connector
  5. 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
  6. 1 x CPU fan header
  7. 1 x system fan header
  8. 1 x power fan header
  9. 1 x front panel header
  10. 1 x front panel audio header
  11. 1 x CD In connector
  12. 1 x S/PDIF Out header
  13. 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
  14. 1 x chassis intrusion header
  15. 1 x power LED header
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 serial port
  5. 1 x coaxial S/PDIF Out connector
  6. 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
  7. 1 x RJ-45 port
  8. 3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller
  1. iTE IT8718 chip
H/W Monitoring
  1. System voltage detection
  2. CPU temperature detection
  3. CPU/System fan speed detection
  4. CPU overheating warning
  5. CPU/System fan fail warning
  6. CPU fan speed control
BIOS
  1. 1 x 4 Mbit flash
  2. Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
  3. PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b
Bundle Software
  1. Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Operating System
  1. Support for Microsoft® Windows Vista/XP/2000
Form Factor
  1. ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19.4cm
Unique Features
  1. Support for @BIOS
  2. Support for Download Center
  3. Support for Q-Flash
  4. Support for EasyTune
  5. Support for Xpress Install
  6. Support for Xpress Recovery2
  7. Support for Dual BIOS
  8. Support for Easy Energy Saver

Driver

Audio
DownloadDateDescriptionVersionSize
Download from ...2009/01/22Realtek 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)
R2.0739.54 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 ...2009/01/22Realtek 8111/8169 LAN Driver
O.S. : Windows 98,Windows Me,Windows 2000,Windows® XP 32bit,Windows® XP 64bit
5.708.1030.20083.55 MB
Download from ...2009/01/22Realtek LAN Driver
O.S. : Windows Vista x86 (32-bit),Windows Vista x64 (64-bit)
6.213.1110.20084.16 MB



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