This is a user manual for GA-G31M-ES2L and GA-G31M-ES2C motherboard produced by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
The document serves as a comprehensive User's Manual for the GIGABYTE GA-G31M-ES2L and GA-G31M-ES2C micro ATX motherboards. It details hardware installation precautions, product specifications including support for Intel Core 2 processors and DDR2 memory, and step-by-step guides for installing the CPU, cooler, and memory modules.
The guide also covers BIOS setup procedures, driver installation instructions, and information on unique features such as DualBIOS and Q-Flash. It includes specific notes regarding the differences between the ES2L (LAN AR8131) and ES2C (LAN AR8132) models.
| CPU Support | Intel Core 2 Extreme/Quad/Duo/Pentium/Celeron in LGA 775 package |
|---|---|
| Chipset | North Bridge: Intel G31 Express; South Bridge: Intel ICH7 |
| Memory Support | 2 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 19.4cm |
The ES2L model includes an AR8131 chip supporting 10/100/1000 Mbit LAN, while the ES2C uses an AR8132 chip for 10/100 Mbit.
No, Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR2 memory module is installed.
The motherboard supports Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and XP.