GA-G31M-ES2C (rev. 1.x)

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Intel® G31 + ICH7 Chipset
 
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  • Driver(+12)
    • Audio
      Audio
      Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Realtek Function driver for Realtek Azalia audio chip (Including Microsoft UAA Driver in English edition)

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows 7 64bit,Windows 7 32bit
      [5.10.0.6662]
      118.29 MB
      Oct 25, 2012
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      Microsoft UAA (Universal Audio Architecture) Bus driver (Full Multi-language version )

      OS: Windows XP 32bit,Windows Server 2003 32bit,Windows 2000
      [5.10.0.5010]
      29.87 MB
      Oct 03, 2006
      Download
    • Chipset
      Chipset
      Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Intel INF installation

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows Server 2003 64bit,Windows Server 2003 32bit,Windows 7 64bit,Windows 7 32bit,Windows 2000
      [9.1.2.1007]
      1.19 MB
      Apr 29, 2010
      Download
    • LAN
      LAN
      Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Realtek Ethernet Diagnostic Utility

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows 7 64bit,Windows 7 32bit
      [2.0.2.1]
      4.10 MB
      Aug 09, 2012
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      Realtek LAN Driver

      OS: Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit
      [6.250.0908.2011]
      3.46 MB
      Dec 21, 2011
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      Realtek 8139 Driver

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Me,Windows 98se,Windows 2000
      [5.703.0828.2008]
      3.58 MB
      Oct 15, 2008
      Download
    • VGA
      VGA
      Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Intel VGA driver

      OS: Windows Vista 32bit
      [7.15.10.1608]
      12.96 MB
      Dec 21, 2009
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      Intel VGA driver

      OS: Windows Vista 64bit
      [7.15.10.1608]
      10.61 MB
      Dec 21, 2009
      Download
      Intel VGA Driver

      OS: Windows XP 64bit
      [6.14.10.5029]
      9.87 MB
      Dec 21, 2009
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      Intel VGA Driver

      OS: Windows XP 32bit,Windows 2000
      [6.14.10.5029]
      6.29 MB
      Dec 21, 2009
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      Intel VGA driver

      OS: Windows 7 64bit
      [8.15.10.1867]
      12.68 MB
      Sep 29, 2009
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      Intel VGA driver

      OS: Windows 7 32bit
      [8.15.10.1867]
      14.87 MB
      Sep 29, 2009
      Download
  • BIOS(+6)
    • Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Description
      F8
      0.51 MB
      Sep 30, 2009
      Download
      1. Fixed PCIEx1 LAN card comparability issue
      F7
      0.51 MB
      Sep 24, 2009
      Download
      1. Fixed Password failed after pressing Num-Lock key
      F6
      0.48 MB
      Feb 05, 2009
      Download
      1. Fixed BIOS rescue failed
      F5
      0.48 MB
      Jan 07, 2009
      Download
      1. support ITE8718F-KXS
      F3
      0.48 MB
      Nov 14, 2008
      Download
      1. Improve LAN compatibility when system over clock
      F2
      0.47 MB
      Nov 06, 2008
      Download
      1. First Release
  • Utility(+2)
    • Description
      Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Xpress Recovery2
      1. Support Intel Socket 1366 / 1155 / 1156, X38 / X48 / X58 / G45 / G31 / G33 / G43 / P45 / P43 / P35 / 965 / 946 / 945 chipset & AMD AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2 series MB (support may vary by model).
      2. This file is in an image format, after download please burn the image into a CD for use.
      3. After updating to latest version, please use this latest version Xpress Recovery2 to back up your files.

      OS: Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows 7 64bit,Windows 7 32bit,Windows 2000
      1.01.121029
      13.38 MB
      Nov 23, 2012
      Download
      Easy Energy Saver
      (Note) Support Intel GA-G31M-ES2L, GA-G31M-ES2C, GA-P31-ES3G, GA-P43-ES3G , GA-G41M-ES2L, GA-G41M-ES2H & AMD GA-M720-ES3, GA-MA770-ES3, Ultra Durable 3 series motherboards.
      (Note)Please use AMD AM3/ AM2+ CPU on AMD motherboards.
      (Note) Please update to the latest BIOS version.
      (Note) Before running the installation of EES, please make sure you have installed ET6, instead of ET5 (Pro) previously utility.


      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows 7 64bit,Windows 7 32bit
      B9.1214.1
      3.74 MB
      Jan 20, 2010
      Download
  • Support List
  • Support List(+1)
    • Name
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Description
      Memory Support List
      0.03 MB
      Nov 14, 2008
      Download
  • Manual
  • Manual(+11)
    • Language
      Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Description
      Arabic, English, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Vietnamese
      12.15 MB
      Aug 05, 2012
      Download
      Installation Guidebook
      Czech, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish
      18.60 MB
      Aug 05, 2012
      Download
      Installation Guidebook
      Portuguese
      1106
      20.28 MB
      Apr 03, 2009
      Download
      Japanese
      1104
      20.86 MB
      Apr 03, 2009
      Download
      Arabic
      1104
      5.61 MB
      Apr 03, 2009
      Download
      Indonesian
      1104
      9.55 MB
      Apr 03, 2009
      Download
      Persian
      1104
      5.55 MB
      Apr 03, 2009
      Download
      Thai
      1104
      9.90 MB
      Apr 03, 2009
      Download
      Vietnamese
      1104
      9.81 MB
      Apr 03, 2009
      Download
      Traditional Chinese
      1103
      5.06 MB
      Nov 14, 2008
      Download
      English
      1103
      3.21 MB
      Nov 14, 2008
      Download
  • Accessory Lists
CPU Support
FAQ
What is the difference between "EuP" and "ErP"? I had noticed that "EuP Support" had been replaced with "ErP Support" after BIOS update.
BIOS
Trying to press F9 key to run Xpress Recovery while BIOS POST, but still can't work. How can I get the utility working?
Driver / Software / OS
Are there any restrictions or limitations when using Xpress Recovery2 software?
Driver / Software / OS
After using the program Xpress Recovery2 from the Driver CD to backup the files, when rebooting the system why won't Xpress Recovery run by pressing F9 as indicated, the only way to run Xpress Recovery2 is by inserting the Driver CD and running it off the CD?
Driver / Software / OS
Why did my computer show error message when I play some on-line games with GIGABYTE DES utility installed?
Driver / Software / OS
Why does the system pop up an UAC (User Account Control) alert window while executing Dynamic Energy Saver / Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced / Dynamic Energy Saver 2 or EasyTune6 in Windows Vista / 7?
Driver / Software / OS
How to determine whether drivers are all installed?
Driver / Software / OS
While installing drivers from the motherboard driver CD/DVD, why does system show “Found New Hardware Wizard” or stop installing?
Driver / Software / OS / Peripherals
Can I use DDR and DDR2 memory modules on this motherboard at the same time? How can I enable Dual Channel technology?
Memory
How to use Xpress Recovery2?
Others
Why can't sound come from rear audio after front audio is connected?
Peripherals
My motherboard provides Wake On LAN feature as you mentioned. But, I don't know how to enable the feature. Can you tell me?
Peripherals
What is the difference between a 24-pin and a 20-pin motherboard power connector?
Product Specification
Does Intel HD Graphics support Blu-ray Disk playback?
Product Specification
Does it support jumbo frame LAN function?
Product Specification
When "USB 2.0 controller" is disabled in BIOS, I noticed some USB ports are not available.
Product Specification / Peripherals / Others
Why can't I use the IDE 2?
Storage Devices
How to set in the BIOS to bootup from the IDE/ SCSI/ RAID card ?
Storage Devices
How to enable Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)?
System / HW Installation
Does the CMOS battery (CR2032) pass UL product certification?
System / HW Installation
Does the USB connector pass UL product certification?
System / HW Installation
1. Due to different Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors, please download Linux driver from chipset vendors' website or 3rd party website.
2. Most hardware/software vendors may no longer offer drivers to support Win9X/ME/2000/XP SP1/SP2. If drivers are available from the vendors, we will update them on the GIGABYTE website.
Warning:
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.


Update CPU ID/Micro codes in new BIOS means?
[1] To support new series of CPUs, or [2] To support the same CPU but with new stepping. CPU support of motherboard is consist of BIOS and hardware design, detail CPU support information please see CPU support list.
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