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    • 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
      Download
      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 2000
      [8‎.3.1.1009]
      2‎.01 MB
      Dec 26, 2007
      Download
    • LAN
      LAN
      Version
      Size
      Date
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      Marvell Lan driver

      OS: Windows Vista 32bit
      [9‎.12.4.3]
      1‎.73 MB
      Mar 14, 2007
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      Marvell Lan driver

      OS: Windows Vista 64bit
      [9‎.12.4.3]
      5‎.01 MB
      Mar 14, 2007
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      Marvell Lan driver

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Server 2003 32bit,Windows Me,Windows 98,Windows 2000
      [8‎.61.3.3]
      7‎.86 MB
      Feb 08, 2007
      Download
    • SATA RAID
      SATA RAID
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      Size
      Date
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      GIGABYTE SATA2 Preinstall driver ‏(For AHCI / RAID Mode)‏
      Note: Press F6 during Windows* setup to read from floppy.

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows 7 64bit
      [1‎.17.50.2]
      0‎.18 MB
      Sep 29, 2009
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      GIGABYTE SATA2 Preinstall driver ‏(For AHCI / RAID Mode)‏
      Note: Press F6 during Windows* setup to read from floppy.

      OS: Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows 7 32bit,Windows 2000
      [1‎.17.50.2]
      0‎.18 MB
      Sep 29, 2009
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      GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID Driver

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows 7 64bit,Windows 7 32bit,Windows 2000
      [1‎.17.50.2]
      3‎.90 MB
      Sep 29, 2009
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      Intel ICH6R/ ICH7R/ ICH7DH/ ICH8R ‏(Preinstall driver, press F6 during Windows* setup to read from floppy)‏

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Server 2003 64bit
      [6‎.2.0.2002]
      0‎.32 MB
      Apr 27, 2007
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      Intel ICH6R/ ICH7R/ ICH7DH/ ICH8R ‏(Preinstall driver, press F6 during Windows* setup to read from floppy)‏

      OS: Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows Server 2003 32bit,Windows 2000
      [6‎.2.0.2002]
      0‎.26 MB
      Apr 27, 2007
      Download
      Intel ICH6R/ ICH7R/ ICH7DH/ ICH8R SATA RAID Driver

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows Server 2003 64bit,Windows Server 2003 32bit,Windows 2000
      [6‎.2.1.1002]
      1‎1.69 MB
      Apr 27, 2007
      Download
  • BIOS‏(+12)‏
    • Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Description
      F13
      0‎.69 MB
      Jun 25, 2009
      Download
      1. Support Xpress BIOS Rescue function
      F12
      0‎.59 MB
      Jul 17, 2008
      Download
      1. Update CPU microcode
      F11
      0‎.70 MB
      May 28, 2007
      Download
      1. Add support for new super IO version
      F10
      0‎.70 MB
      Apr 26, 2007
      Download
      1. Fix PCI-E overclock issue
      2. Support Intel E6420 & E6320 CPU
      F9
      0‎.69 MB
      Jan 11, 2007
      Download
      1. Enhance FSB frequency flexibility
      F8
      0‎.69 MB
      Dec 27, 2006
      Download
      1. Update CPU ID
      2. FSB 1333 MHz support for rev 3.3 only
      F7
      0‎.68 MB
      Nov 08, 2006
      Download
      1. Update CPU ID
      F6
      0‎.68 MB
      Oct 12, 2006
      Download
      1. Support Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad-Core CPU (Kentsfield)
      F5
      0‎.64 MB
      Sep 20, 2006
      Download
      1. Update ICH8 AHCI ROM to version 1.07
      F4
      0‎.64 MB
      Sep 08, 2006
      Download
      1. Fix Memory compatibility issues
      2. Fix some GFX card compatibility issues
      F3
      0‎.67 MB
      Aug 11, 2006
      Download
      1. Update CPU ID
      2. Improve memory and VGA compatibility
      F2
      0‎.67 MB
      Jun 30, 2006
      Download
      1. Fix devices on x1 slots don't work
    • 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
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      @BIOS
      ‏(Note)‏ Support Intel 5 series & earlier MB‏(support may vary by model)‏
      ‏(Note)‏ Support AMD 800/700 series & earlier MB‏(support may vary by model)‏


      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows Me,Windows 98,Windows 7 64bit,Windows 7 32bit,Windows 2000
      B11.1004.1
      5‎.10 MB
      Oct 04, 2011
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      Easy Tune5
      ‏(Please remove your current EasyTune5 or earlier, and GWUM Tools before install this.)‏

      OS: Windows XP 64bit,Windows XP 32bit,Windows Vista 64bit,Windows Vista 32bit,Windows NT,Windows 2000
      B7.0921.1
      4‎.57 MB
      Oct 22, 2007
      Download
  • Support List
  • Support List‏(+1)‏
    • Name
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Description
      Memory Support List
      0‎.04 MB
      Mar 19, 2007
      Download
  • Manual
  • Manual‏(+6)‏
    • Language
      Version
      Size
      Date
      Download
      Description
      العربية, الانجليزية , الاندونيسية, اليابانية, الكورية, الصينية ‏(بسيطة)‏, التايلاندية, الصينية ‏(تقليدية)‏, الفيتنامية
      1‎2.15 MB
      Aug 05, 2012
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      Installation Guidebook
      التشيكية, الفرنسية, الألمانية, اليونانية, المجرية, الايطالية, البولندية, البرتغالية, الروسية, الإسبانية, التركية
      1‎8.60 MB
      Aug 05, 2012
      Download
      Installation Guidebook
      الصينية ‏(تقليدية)‏
      1‎002
      1‎1.00 MB
      Mar 15, 2007
      Download
      الانجليزية
      1‎002
      8‎.75 MB
      Mar 15, 2007
      Download
      الألمانية
      1‎002
      3‎.09 MB
      Aug 10, 2006
      Download
      اليابانية
      1‎002
      3‎.30 MB
      Aug 01, 2006
      Download
  • Accessory Lists
CPU Support
FAQ
How does Quad BIOS work?
BIOS
Why does the system hang when running Memtest+86 v1.65 using Kingmax memory KLCC28F-A8KB5-FGES DDR2 667 512MB or KLCD48F-A8KB5 DDR2 1GB on this motherboard.
BIOS
Why is it when using some of the nVIDIA 7900 or 7600 series VGA cards the CPU FSB can not be modified?
BIOS
Why is my Fast Trak SX4100 ‏(Raid Controller card)‏ not detected all the time upon boot up?
BIOS
Is it normal that the system will reboot during its first power on? ‏( 965P-DS3 and 965P-S3 )‏
BIOS
Is it normal that the system will reboot during its first power on after BIOS memory setting changed ? ‏( 965P-DQ6, 965P-DS4, 965P-DS3,965P-S3 )‏
BIOS
How to set BIOS option "SATA Port 0-3 Native Mode" under "Integration Peripherals" item ?
BIOS
Why does my system fail to reboot after enabling Intel QST option in the bios?
BIOS
When Intel QST is enabled in bios, why is 8MB-128MB of the system memory size reduced?
BIOS
How come the Energy star certification mark and the DualBIOS logo disappear during BIOS POST?
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
After I enabled Intel QST option in BIOS setting, Windows pops up "no drivers can be found". Can you direct me where to find the driver?
Driver / Software / OS
What does "Windows Vista Ready" mean when there is such logo or description found on website information or color box and other marketing materials for motherboards?
Driver / Software / OS
Windows crashes when I start Adobe Audition, Adobe Encore DVD, Adobe Premiere Elements, or Adobe Premiere Pro.
Driver / Software / OS
After editing settings within EasyTune5 and selecting "auto load last save on next reboot". When system is rebooted why are the last changes made in EasyTune5 not saved.
Driver / Software / OS
After setting "Fan Speed Control Method" to "Intel QST" under bios, why can't I use Smart Fan function under Easy Tune5?
Driver / Software / OS
Are there any restrictions or limitations when using Xpress Recovery2 software?
Driver / Software / OS
How do I install O.S onto a SATA RAID configured disk on the Intel ICH8R controller?
Driver / Software / OS
How do I install O.S onto a SATA RAID configured disk on the GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID controller?
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
How to determine whether drivers are all installed?
Driver / Software / OS
What is the standard operation procedure of HD audio driver installation under WINXP?
Driver / Software / OS / Peripherals
Why does the onboard HD audio driver not install successfully ?
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
Why can't I enable some RAID function?
Memory / Storage Devices
How to use Xpress Recovery2?
Others
What is Intel QST?
Others
Why can not activate Wake On Lan function when using Marvell 8053 or 8056 LAN Chip?
Others
Upon powering up the system, why doesn’t my CPU fan spin up immediately?
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
How to adjust volume control with SPDIF out?
Peripherals
In Windows XP, how to play sound from both front and rear audio jacks?
Peripherals
Does this motherboard support ATi CrossFire technology?
Product Spec.
How many SATA Hard drives can be used to build RAID on Intel ICH8R controller?
Product Spec.
What is the difference between a 24-pin and a 20-pin motherboard power connector?
Product Spec.
Does it support jumbo frame LAN function?
Product Spec.
When "USB 2.0 controller" is disabled in BIOS, I noticed some USB ports are not available.
Product Spec. / 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
Why is the Samsung hard disk supporting ATA133 detected as ATA100 on a ATA133-supported motherboard?
Storage Devices
How to access IDE CD/DVD ROM connected from GIGABYTE SATA2 controller under DOS?
Storage Devices
When installing 3D Galaxy Liquid cooling system, how do I remove the heatsink which is placed behind the motherboard?
System / HW Installation
What is AHCI ?
System / HW Installation
What is AHCI ?
System / HW Installation
Can I use USB floppy disk drive to install AHCI / RAID driver during Windows XP installation?
System / HW Installation
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
Can GA-965P-DQ6 support SLI?
VGA / Display
After installing a Radeon HD 2000 series VGA card on my motherboard and all drivers, the audio seems to be failing and after checking in Device Manager all devices seem to be normal. What can be done to fix this?
VGA / Display / Peripherals
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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