This is a user manual for GA-M68MT-S2 AM3 socket motherboard, which introduces hardware installation and firmware update information of the motherboard.
This manual guides users through hardware installation, including CPU, memory, expansion cards, and connector setup for the Gigabyte GA-M68MT-S2 Micro‑ATX motherboard. Safety precautions, ESD handling, and wiring details are covered to ensure reliable operation.
The document also details BIOS configuration, driver installation, and includes an appendix with regulatory statements and additional resources. All specifications for supported CPUs, memory, graphics, audio, LAN, and storage interfaces are listed for reference.
| Supported CPUs | AMD Phenom II / AMD Athlon II processors |
|---|---|
| Memory Slots | 2 x 1.5 V DDR3 DIMM sockets, up to 8 GB total |
| Onboard Graphics | 1 × D‑Sub port (integrated GeForce 7025/nForce 630a) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC888B, 2/4/5.1/7.1‑channel HD audio |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8211CL 10/100/1000 Mbit |
| Expansion Slots | 1 × PCI‑Express x16, 2 × PCI‑Express x1, 1 × PCI |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATA 3 Gb/s ports (RAID 0/1/5/10, JBOD) |
| USB Ports | Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 rear, 6 via headers) |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (24.4 cm × 20.6 cm) |
The board has two DDR3 DIMM sockets and can accommodate up to 8 GB of system memory.
It uses a Realtek RTL8211CL chip providing 10/100/1000 Mbit Ethernet.
It supports AMD Phenom II and AMD Athlon II processors for the AM3 socket.
The integrated graphics provides a single D‑Sub video port.