Intel Socket 478 Processor Based Mainboard User Manual

This is a user manual for a mainboard based on Intel Socket 478 processor.

Brand: Intel
Category: Motherboard
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 96
File format: PDF
File size: 6.8 MB
Published: 05 April, 2012
Updated: 30 September, 2023
Model: Socket 478
MD5 checksum: 8EA2FA12EEF3CE4E71CEE0A52AB49E0A
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About this manual

This manual provides an overview of the Intel 845GE‑based mainboard, its supported memory modules, chipset components, and peripheral interfaces. It describes the board’s architecture, including the GMCH, ICH4, and FWH chips, and details features such as AGP 4X, DDR 266/333 MHz support, Ultra ATA/66/100, USB, and PCI.

The document includes step‑by‑step installation instructions, jumper settings, BIOS configuration, and a comprehensive list of POST codes with troubleshooting guidance. Appendices cover driver installation, BIOS updates, and optional utilities.

What's inside

Introduction
Features
Installation
BIOS Setup
Appendix

Specifications

Supported Memory Types	PC1600/2100/2700 DDR
Chipset	Intel 845GE (GMCH FW82845GE, ICH4 FW82801DB, FWH)
Data Transfer Rate	400 MHz / 533 MHz
Ultra ATA Support	Ultra ATA/66/100
USB Host Controller	USB 2.0

Frequently asked questions

What does POST code FFh indicate?

It means the BIOS chip is inserted incorrectly or the wrong BIOS version is used.

What does POST code 2Dh indicate?

It signals an error in the VGA BIOS; replace the VGA card.

How can an overclock error be cleared?

Clear the CMOS or press the insert key to power on the system.

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