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Gigabyte GA-K8VT800M Motherboard User Manual
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.
Gigabyte GA-K8VT800 specifications
| Form factor | 30.5 cm × 23.0 cm |
|---|---|
| Maximum CPU speed | 1.6 GHz |
| Supported memory types | DDR400 / DDR333 / DDR266, unbuffered ECC DIMMs |
| Maximum memory capacity | 3 GB (using 128 MB‑1 GB modules) |
| Chipset | VIA K8T800 AGP/PCI Controller (PAC) |
| AGP support | AGP 4X/8X (1.5 V) only |
| PCI slots | 5 slots, 33 MHz, PCI 2.3 compliant |
| IDE controller | Integrated IDE, UDMA 33/ATA66/ATA100/ATA133 |
| RAID controller | IT8212F |
| I/O controller | ITE8705 |
Source: GIFABYTE GA-K8VT800(Pro) AMD Socket 754 CPU system board installation Manual
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Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum amount of memory the motherboard can handle?
The board supports up to 3 GB of RAM using 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, or 1 GB unbuffered DIMM modules.
From: GIFABYTE GA-K8VT800(Pro) AMD Socket 754 CPU system board installation Manual
What type of AGP card is supported by the GA‑K8VT800M motherboard?
Only AGP 4X/8X cards are supported; AGP 2X cards are not supported.
What precaution must be taken when running the processor?
The processor must never be run without the heatsink properly and firmly attached.
What CPU socket does the GA‑K8VT800 support?
It supports AMD Athlon 64 K8 processors using a Socket 754.
How many DDR memory slots are on the GA‑K8VT800?
The board provides three DDR DIMM slots, supporting up to 3 GB of DDR 400/333/266/200 memory.