This document is the user manual of GA-8STXC P4 Titan-DDR motherboard.
This manual begins with safety precautions for handling the motherboard, including static‑electricity protection, proper grounding, and handling techniques. It then guides the user through hardware installation steps such as CPU mounting, memory module insertion, and connecting expansion cards.
Later sections cover BIOS configuration, including Q‑Flash updates, password setup, and power‑management features, as well as detailed diagrams of the motherboard layout and connector locations.
| Form Factor | ATX 30.6cm x 24.4cm |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 for Intel Pentium 4 |
| Chipset | SiS 645DX Host/Memory controller |
| Memory Support | DDR200/DDR266/DDR333 DIMM, up to 3 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 AGP, 5 PCI, 1 CNR |
| On‑board LAN | RTL8100BL chipset |
Unplug the computer, use a grounded wrist strap, handle components by the edges, place them on an antistatic pad, and keep the ATX power supply switched off before connecting or removing cables.
Hook the cooler bracket to the CPU socket, apply thermal tape (or paste) for better heat transfer, connect the fan power cable to the CPU fan header, and ensure the fan is securely mounted.
Press F8 to save and exit the setup utility, confirming with “Y” to write the settings to the RTC CMOS.