This document is the user manual for GA-K8VT800M motherboard, which introduces the features and characteristics of the motherboard, including supported processor types, socket types, and precautions.
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the GA‑K8VT800M motherboard, including safety precautions, component handling, and wiring. It guides users through CPU installation, memory module placement, AGP and PCI card setup, and connecting power and I/O cables.
The document also details BIOS configuration options, provides a technical reference for the VIA chipset and supported hardware, and includes an appendix with additional resources and contact information for Gigabyte support worldwide.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX 24.4 cm × 24.4 cm |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64 (K8) |
| Cache | 128 KB L1 & 256 KB/512 KB/1 MB L2 on‑die |
| Front‑Side Bus | 800 MHz |
| Chipset | VIA K8T800_H.T. Bus/AGP/VLINK Controller |
| Memory | 2 DDR DIMM sockets, DDR400/333/266/200, up to 2 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 AGP 8X/4X, 3 PCI 33 MHz |
| On‑Board IDE | 2 IDE controllers, PIO & DMA33/ATA66/ATA100/ATA133 |
Only AGP 4X/8X cards are supported; AGP 2X cards are not supported.
The processor must never be run without the heatsink properly and firmly attached.
It uses a Micro ATX form factor measuring 24.4 cm × 24.4 cm.