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Product Type Motherboard
Brand Biostar
Model G41D3+
Form Factor Micro ATX
Dimensions (W x D) 244 mm x 244 mm
Weight Approx. 0.5 kg
Chipset Intel G41 + ICH7
CPU Socket LGA 775
Supported Processors Intel Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium, Celeron
Memory Slots 2 x DDR3 DIMM, dual-channel, max 8 GB
Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe x16, 2 x PCI
Storage Interfaces 4 x SATA II, 1 x IDE
Audio Realtek ALC662 6-channel HD Audio
LAN Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit Ethernet
Rear I/O Ports PS/2 keyboard/mouse, VGA, 4 x USB 2.0, LAN, audio jacks
Internal I/O Connectors USB 2.0 headers, front panel audio, S/PDIF out, COM header
Power Connector 24-pin ATX, 4-pin CPU
BIOS AMI BIOS, 8 MB flash ROM, PnP, ACPI
Safety Certifications CE, FCC
Spare Parts Availability Replacement batteries, I/O shields, SATA cables
Cleaning & Maintenance Use compressed air; avoid liquids; handle with anti-static precautions

Frequently Asked Questions - G41D3+ BIOSTAR

What type of RAM does the Biostar G41D3+ support?
The G41D3+ supports DDR3 memory, up to 8 GB in two slots, with dual-channel support.
Which CPUs are compatible with this motherboard?
It supports Intel LGA 775 processors including Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium, and Celeron series.
Does the G41D3+ have integrated graphics?
Yes, it features Intel G41 integrated graphics with a VGA output port.
How do I update the BIOS on this motherboard?
Download the latest BIOS from Biostar's website, copy to a FAT32 USB drive, and use the built-in BIOS Flash utility.
Can I use Windows 10 on the G41D3+?
Windows 10 is compatible with basic drivers, but some features may require legacy hardware support. Use Windows 7/8.1 for full compatibility.
What is the maximum RAM capacity?
The motherboard supports up to 8 GB of DDR3 RAM (4 GB per slot).
How many SATA ports are available?
There are 4 SATA II ports for hard drives and optical drives.
Does it support dual graphics cards?
No, the G41D3+ has only one PCIe x16 slot and does not support SLI or CrossFire.
Where can I download drivers for this motherboard?
Visit the Biostar support page for the G41D3+ to download chipset, audio, LAN, and VGA drivers.
What is the front panel audio connector pinout?
The motherboard uses the Intel HD Audio standard (10-pin header). Check the manual for pin assignments.

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USER MANUAL G41D3+ BIOSTAR

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction....1

1.1 Before You Start 1
1.2 Package Checklist....1
1.3 Motherboard Features....2
1.4 Rear Panel Connectors 3
1.5 Motherboard Layout....4

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation .... 5

2.1 Installing Central Processing Unit (CPU) 5
2.2 FAN Headers....7
2.3 Installing System Memory 8
2.4 Connectors and Slots 10

Chapter 3: Headers & Jumpers Setup .... 12

3.1 How to Setup Jumpers 12
3.2 Detail Settings....12

Chapter 4: Useful Help ...... 18

4.1 Driver Installation Note.... 18
4.2 Software....19
4.3 Extra Information....23
4.4 AMI BIOS Beep Code 25
4.5 Troubleshooting....26

Appendix: SPEC In Other Languages 28

German 28
French 30
Italian....32
Spanish 34
Portuguese 36
Polish 38
Russian 40
Arabic....42
Japanese 44

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1 B EFORE YOU START

Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:

■ Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient lighting.
■ Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation.
■ Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static bag, ground yourself properly by touching any safely grounded appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to remove the static charge.
■ Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the rear side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board on the edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.
■ Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the case after installation. Loose parts will cause short circuits which may damage the equipment.
- Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat source, humid air and water.

1.2 PACKAGE CHECKLIST

HDD Cable X 1 (optional)
Serial ATA Cable X 2
Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case X 1
Installation Guide X 1
Fully Setup Driver CD X 1 (full version manual files inside)
FDD Cable X 1 (optional)
USB 2.0 Cable X1 (optional)
Serial ATA Power Cable X 1 (optional)

Note: The package contents may be different due to area or your motherboard version.

1.3 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES

SPEC
CPULGA 775Intel Core2Duo / Core2Quad / Pent i u m Dual-Core / C eleron Dual-Core / Celeron 4xx processor(Maximum Watt: 95W)Supports Hyper-Threading / Execute Disable Bit / Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® / Intel Architecture-64 / Extended Memory 64 Technology / Virtualization Technology
FSBSupport 800 / 1066 / 1333 MHz
ChipsetIntel G41Intel ICH7
Super I/OITE 8721Provides the most commonly used leg acySuper I/O functionality.Low Pin Count InterfaceEnvironment Control in it iatives,Hardware Monitor ControllerFan Sp eed ControllerITE's "S mart Guardian" function
MainMemoryDIMM Slots x 2Each DIMM supports 256MB / 512MB /1GB / 2GB / 4GB DDR3Max Memory Capacity 8GBDual Channel Mode DDR3 memory modu leSupports DDR3 800/1066/1333(OC)Registered D IMM and ECC DIMM is not supported(CPU with FSB 800 MHz only supports DDR3 800)
GraphicsGMA X4500Max Shared Video Memory is 1984MB(Depend ing on OS and memory size)
IDEIntegrated IDE ControllerUltra DMA 33 / 66 / 100 Bus Master Modesupports PIO Mode 0~4
SATA 2Integrated Serial ATA ControllerData transfer rates up to 3.0 Gb/s.SATA Version 2.0 specifi cation co mp liant
LANRealtek RTL 8103EL (G41D3+)Realtek RTL 8111DL (G41D3G+)10 / 100 Mb/s auto negotiation10 / 100 Mb/s / 1Gb/s auto negotiation
SoundCodecALC662 / VT1708B5.1 channels audio outHigh Definition Audio
SlotsPCI slot x2 Supports PCI expansion cardsPCI Express x 16 slot x1 Supports PCI-E x16 expansion cards
On BoardConnectorsFloppy Connector x1 Each connector supports 2 Floppy drivesPrinter Port Connector x1 Each connectors supports 1 Printer portSerial Port Connector x1 Connects to RS-232 PortIDE Connector x1 Each connector supports 2 IDE deviceSATA Connector x4 Each connector supports 1 SATA deviceFront Panel Connector x1 Supports front panel facilitiesFront Audio Connector x1 Supports front panel audio functionCPU Fan Header x1 CPU Fan power supply (with Smart Fan function)System Fan Header x1 System Fan Power supplyClear CMOS Header x1 Restore CMOS data to factory defaultUSB Connector x2 Each connector supports 2 front panel USB portsPower Connector (24pin) x1 Connects to Power supplyPower Connector (4pin) x1 Connects to Power supply
Back Panel I/OPS/2 Keyboard x1PS/2 Mouse x1VGA port x1LAN port x1USB Port x4Audio Jack x3Connects to PS/2 KeyboardConnects to PS/2 MouseConnect to D-SUB monitorConnect to RJ-45 ethernet cableConnect to USB devicesProvide Audio-In/Out and microphone connection
Board Size182 (W) x 235 (L) mm
OS SupportWindows 2000 / XP / Vista / 7Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice

1.4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS

PS/2 Mouse PS/2 Keyboard VGA USBX2 LAN Line In/ Surround Line Out Mic In 1/ Bass/ Center

Since the audio chip supports High Definition Audio Specification, the function of each audio jack can be defined by software. The input / output function of each audio jack listed above represents the default setting. However, when connecting external microphone to the audio port, please use the Line In (blue) and Mic In (Pink) audio jack.

1.5 MOTHERBOARD LAYOUT
KBMS1 ATXPWR2 VGA1 USB1 CPU_FAN1 JUSBV1 RJ45USB1 AUDIO1 F_AUDIO1 LGA775 CPU1 DDR3_A1 DDR3_B1 ATXPWR1 Intel G41 BATTERY BIOS LAN PEX16_1 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 Intel ICH7 J_PRINT1 J_COM1 SYS FAN1 F_USB1 F_USB2 SATA4 SATA3 Codec FDD1 JUSBV2 PANEL 1JCMOS1 SATA1 SATA2

Note: ■ represents the 1^st pin.

CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2.1 INSTALLING CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU)

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natural_image Diagram showing a computer processor layout with an inset view of its internal CPU socket (no text or labels present)

Special Notice:

Remove Pin Cap before installation, and make good preservation for future use. When the CPU is removed, cover the Pin Cap on the empty socket to ensure pin legs won't be damaged.

Pin-Cap

Step 1: Pull the socket locking lever out from the socket and then raise the lever up to a 90-degree angle.

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natural_image Two identical electronic device components with a curved arm, shown in sequential motion (no text or symbols)

Motherboard Manual

Step 2: Look for the triangular cut edge on socket, and the golden dot on CPU should point forwards this triangular cut edge. The CPU will fit only in the correct orientation.

Step 2-1: Step 2-2:

Step 3: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then lower the lever to locked position to complete the installation.

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natural_image Metallic electronic component with a curved metal bracket and central square housing (no visible text or symbols)

Step 4: Put the CPU Fan and heatsink assembly on the CPU and buckle it on the retention frame. Connect the CPU FAN power cable into the CPU_FAN1. This completes the installation.

2.2 FAN HEADERS

These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and connector may be different due to the fan manufacturer. Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to pin#1.

CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Header
Pin Assignment 1 Ground 2 Power 3 FAN RPM rate sense 4 Smart Fan Control

SYS_FAN1: System Fan Header
Pin Assignment 1 Ground 2 +12V 3 FAN RPM rate sense 3 1

Note:

CPU_FAN1 supports 4-pin head connector; SYS_FAN1, 3-pin head one. When connecting with wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to pin#2, and the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.

2.3 INSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY

A. DDR3 module

DDR3_A1 DDR3_B1

  1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the Slot.

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natural_image Close-up of a computer RAM module with multiple slots and connectors (no visible text or symbols)
  1. Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining chip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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natural_image Close-up of a computer RAM module with multiple drive bays and connectors (no visible text or labels)

B. Memory Capacity

DIMM Socket LocationDDR3 ModuleTotal Memory Size
DDR3_A1256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB/4GBMax is 8GB.
DDR3_B1256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB

C. Dual Channel Memory Installation

Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function:

Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.

Dual Channel StatusDDR3_A1DDR3_B1
DisabledOX
DisabledXO
EnabledOO

(O means memory installed; X, not installed.)

The DRAM bus width of the memory module must be the same(x8 or x16)

2.4 CONNECTORS AND SLOTS

FDD1: Floppy Disk Connector

The motherboard provides a standard floppy disk connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types. This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cables.

Diagram of a computer motherboard layout with labeled components and connection points

IDE1: Hard Disk Connector

The motherboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE Controller that provides PIO Mode 0\~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/66/100 functionality.

The IDE connector can connect a master and a slave drive, so you can connect up to two hard disk drives.

40 39 2 1

PEX16\_1: PCI-Express x16 Slot

  • PCI-Express 1.0a compliant.
  • Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of 4GB/s simultaneously per direction, for an aggregate of 8GB/s totally.
  • PCI-Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5Gb/s on the data pins.
  • 2X bandwidth over the traditional PCI architecture.

Diagram of a computer motherboard layout with labeled components and directional arrows indicating layout orientation.

PEX16 1

PCI1/PCI2: Peripheral Component Interconnect Slots

This motherboard is equipped with 2 standard PCI slots. PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect, and it is a bus standard for expansion cards. This PCI slot is designated as 32 bits.

BIOSTAR G41D3+ - PCI1/PCI2: Peripheral Component Interconnect Slots - 1

natural_image Top-down schematic of a computer motherboard layout with CPU socket, drive bays, and indicator lights (no text or labels)

PCI1
PCI2

CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP

3.1 HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS

The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "close", if not, that means the jumper is "open".

BIOSTAR G41D3+ - HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS - 1
Pin
opened

BIOSTAR G41D3+ - HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS - 2
Pin
closed

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Pin1-2
closed

3.2 DETAIL SETTINGS

PANEL1: Front Panel Header

This 16-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and speaker connection. It allows user to connect the PC case's front panel switch functions.

PWR_LED On/Off 9 16 1 8 SPK RST HLED

PinAssignmentFunctionPin AssignmentFunction
1+5V 9N/ASpeaker ConnectorN/A
2N/A10N/A
3N/A11N/AN/A
4Speaker12Power LED (+)Power LED
5HDD LED (+)Hard drive LED13Power LED (+)
6HDD LED (-)14Power LED (-)
7GroundReset button15Power buttonPower-on button
8Reset control16Ground

ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector

This connector allows user to connect 24-pin power connector on the ATX power supply.

Diagram of a computer motherboard with labeled components and an arrow pointing to a grid layout panel.

PinAssignmentPinAssignment
13+3.3V1+3.3V
14-12V2+3.3V
15Ground3Ground
16PS_ON4+5V
17Ground5Ground
18Ground6+5V
19Ground7Ground
20NC8PW_OK
21+5V9Standby Voltage+5V
22+5V10+12V
23+5V11+12V
24Ground12+3.3V

ATXPWR2: AT X Power Source Connector

This connector provides +12V to CPU power circuit.

Pin Assignment 1 +12V 2 +12V 3 Ground 4 Ground

Note:

Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATXPWR1 and ATXPWR2 connectors have been plugged-in.

F USB1/F USB2: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel

This motherboard provides 2 USB 2.0 headers, which allows user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with internal USB devices, like USB card reader.

F_USB1 F_USB2 2 10 1 9

PinAssignment
1+5V (fused)
2+5V (fused)
3USB-
4USB-
5USB+
6USB+
7Ground
8Ground
9Key
10NC

F AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header

This header allows user to connect the front audio output cable with the PC front panel. This header allows only HD audio front panel connector; AC'97 connector is not acceptable.

Diagram of a computer motherboard layout with labeled components and a numbered indicator box for data entry.

Pin Assignment

1Mic Left in
2Ground
3Mic Right in
4GPIO
5Right line in
6JackSense
7FrontSense
8Key
9Left line in
10JackSense

JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header

Placing the jumper on pin2-3 allows user to restore the BIOS safe setting and the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard.

Diagram of a computer motherboard layout with labeled components and directional arrow

BIOSTAR G41D3+ - JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header - 2
Pin 1-2 Close: Normal Operation (Default).

BIOSTAR G41D3+ - JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header - 3
Pin 2-3 Close: Clear CMOS data.

  1. Remove AC power line.
  2. Set the jumper to "Pin 2-3 close".
  3. Wait for five seconds.
  4. Set the jumper to "Pin 1-2 close".
  5. Power on the AC.
  6. Reset your desired password or clear the CMOS data.

SATA1\~SATA4: Serial ATA Connectors

The motherboard has a PCI to SATA Controller with 4 channels SATA interface, it satisfies the SATA 2.0 spec and with transfer rate of 3Gb/s.

SATA4 SATA3 SATA1 SATA2 1 4 7

PinAssignment
1Ground
2TX+
3TX-
4Ground
5RX-
6RX+
7Ground

JUSBV1/JUSBV2: Power Source Headers for USB Ports

Pin 1-2 Close:

JUSBV1: +5V for USB ports at USB1/RJ45USB1.

JUSBV2: +5V for USB ports at F_USB1/F_USB2.

Pin 2-3 Close:

JUSBV1: +5V STB for USB ports at USB1/RJ45USB1.

JUSBV2: +5V STB for USB ports at F_USB1/F_USB2.

JUSBV1 1 3 JUSBV2 Pin 1-2 close Pin 2-3 close

J\_COM1: Serial port Connector

The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port.

Diagram of a computer motherboard layout with labeled components and a 2x10 grid connection diagram

Pin Assignment

1 Carrier detect
2 Received data
3 Transmitted data
4 Data terminal ready
5 Signal ground
6 Data set ready
7 Request to send
8 Clear to send
9 Ring indicator
10 Key

J PRINT1: Printer Port Connector

This header allows you to connector printer on the PC.

Diagram of a computer motherboard layout with labeled components and a corresponding diagram showing pin arrangement from 1 to 26.

PinAssignmentPinAssignment
1-Strobe14Ground
2-ALF15Data6
3Data 016Ground
4-Error17Data7
5Data 118Ground
6-Init19-ACK
7Data 220Ground
8-Scltin21Busy
9Data 322Ground
10Ground23PE
11Data 424Ground
12Ground25SCLT
13Data 526Key

CHAPTER 4: USEFUL HELP

4.1 DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE

After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver CD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system performance.

You will see the following window after you insert the CD

Driver Software Manual About Exit Your Model Name DRIVER Version Your Operating System Driver Release Date

The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.

Note:

If this window didn't show up after you insert the Driver CD, please use file browser to locate and execute the file SETUP.EXE under your optical drive.

A. Driver Installation

To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon. The setup guide will list the compatible driver for your motherboard and operating system. Click on each device driver to launch the installation program.

B. Software Installation

To install the software, please click on the Software icon. The setup guide will list the software available for your system, click on each software title to launch the installation program.

C. Manual

Aside from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver CD. Click on the Manual icon to browse for available manual.

Note:

You will need Acrobat Reader to open the manual file. Please download the latest version of Acrobat Reader software from http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html

4.2 SOFTWARE

Installing Software

  1. Insert the Setup CD to the optical drive. The drivers installation program would appear if the Autorun function has been enabled.
  2. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Launching Software

After the installation process, you will see the software icon "eHOT Line" / "BIOS Update" appears on the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch the utility.

eHot-Line (Optional)

eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our Tech-Support system. This utility will collect the system information which is useful for analyzing the problem you may have encountered, and then send these information to our tech-support department to help you fix the problem.

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Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application program.

★rep r es ent s important information that you must provide. Without this information, you may not be able to send out the mail. This block will show the information which would be collected in the mail. *Describe condition of your system. eHot-Line Symptom Description : Base board information : Caption : Base Board CreationClassName : Win32_Basel Description : Base Board HostingBoard : TRUE HotSwappable : FALSE Manufacturer : BIDSTAR Croup Name : Base Board PowerAdmin : TRUE Product : TA780C M2+ Removable : FALSE Replaceable : TRUE RequiresDaughterBoard : FALSE SerialNumber : None Status : OK Tag : Base Board Version : 6.0 Region : CC E-mail : *Select your area or the area close to you. Provide the e-mail address that you would like to send the copy to. *Provide the name of the memory module manufacturer. Provide the name of the power supply manufacturer and the model no. Send Save As... Exit Send the mail out . Save these information to a .txt file Exit this dialog.

After filling up this information, click "Send" to send the mail out. A warning dialog would appear asking for your confirmation; click "Send" to confirm or "Do Not Send" to cancel.

Outlook Express A program is attempting to send the following e-mail message on your behalf: Tax: support@bioslar.usa.comXXXXXXXX Subject: TP35D247 (P35BAC05 B3) report Would you like to send the message? Send Do Not Send

If you want to save this information to a .txt file, click "Save As..." and then you will see a saving dialog appears asking you to enter file name.

Enter the file name and then click "Save". Your system information will be saved to a .txt file.

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Save As My Documents My Music My Pictures My Recent Documents Desktop My Documents My Computers My Network File name: report.txt Save as type: Text Files(*.txt) Cancel

Open the saved .txt file, you will see your system information including motherboard/BIOS/CPU/video/device/OS information. This information is also concluded in the sent mail.

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We will not share customer's data with any other third parties, so please feel free to provide your system information while using eHot-Line service.

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If you are not using Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application, you may need to save the system information to a .txt file and send the file to our tech support with other e-mail application. Go to the following web http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en-us/about/contact.php for getting our contact information.

BIOS Update

BIOS Update is a convenient utility which allows you to update your motherboard BIOS under Windows system.

AWARD BIOS AMI BIOS Show current BIOS information Flash Type 4M_BIOS BIOS Information Broadwate 6A79L009C-00 BIOS Date 01/05/2007 BIOS Model Name 946GZ Micio 775 Clear CMOS function (Only for AWARD BIOS) Clear CMOS BIOS Update AMI BIOS BIOS Version BIOS Date BIOS Model Name save current BIOS to a .bin file Update BIOS with a BIOS file

Once click on this button, the saving dialog will show. Choose the position to save file and enter file name. (We recommend that the file name should be English/number and no longer than 7 characters.) Then click Save.

Save As My Documents My Music My Pictures Report My Recent Documents Desktop My Documents My Computer My Network Places File name: Not Save as type Cancel

Before doing this, please download the proper BIOS file from the website.

For AWARD BIOS, update BIOS procedure should be run with Clear CMOS function, so please check on Clear CMOS first.

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INFORMATION Do you want to save " Current BIOS " data ! Yes No

Then click Update BIOS button, a dialog will show for asking you backup current BIOS. Click Yes for BIOS backup and refer to the Backup BIOS procedure; or click No to skip this procedure.

After the BIOS Backup procedure, the open dialog will show for requesting the BIOS file which is going to be updated. Please choose the proper BIOS file for updating, then click on Open.

Open Look in: My Documents My Music My Pictures Import Text My Documents My Computer My Network Files File name: File of type: Open Cancel

BIOS 35% Programming Main Block

The utility will update BIOS with the proper BIOS file, and this process may take minutes. Please do not open any other applications during this process.

After the BIOS Update process, click on OK to restart the system.

Information BIOS Update to your computer, you must restart your computer. OK

While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows, press key to enter BIOS setup.

In the BIOS setup, use the Load Optimized Defaults function and then Save and Exit Setup to exit BIOS setup. BIOS Update is completed.

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All the information and content above about the software are subject to be changed without notice. For better performance, the software is being continuously updated. The information and pictures described above are for your reference only. The actual information and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.

4.3 EXTRA INFORMATION

CPU Overheated

If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds, that means the CPU protection function has been activated.

When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not power on again.

In this case, please double check:

  1. The CPU cooler surface is placed evenly with the CPU surface.
  2. CPU fan is rotated normally.
  3. CPU fan speed is fulfilling with the CPU speed.

After confirmed, please follow steps below to relief the CPU protection function.

  1. Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds.
  2. Wait for seconds.
  3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system.

Or you can:

  1. Clear the CMOS data.
    (See "Close CMOS Header: JCMOS1" section)
  2. Wait for seconds.
  3. Power on the system again.

BIO-Flasher

BIO-Flasher is a BIOS flashing utility providing you an easy and simple way to update your BIOS via USB pen drive or floppy disk.

The BIO-Flasher is built in the BIOS chip. To enter the utility, press during the Power-On Self Tests (POST) procedure while booting up.

Updating BIOS with BIO-Flasher

  1. Go to the website to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
  2. Then, save the BIOS file into a USB pen drive or a floppy disk.
  3. Insert the USB pen drive or the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or the floppy disk drive.
  4. Power on or reset the computer and then press during the POST process. A select dialog as the picture on the right appears. Select the device contains the BIOS file and press to enter the utility.

BIO-FLASHER UTILITY V1.00 File Information ASSIGNATE Project Name: TA780G M2+ BIOS Date : 01/01/08 File Date : 01/01/2008 Status Write OK No Update Write Fail ESC : Quit F10 : Power OFF !! : Select File

Please select drive 1st FLOPPY DRIVE USB: USB DISK 2.0 ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select drive

  1. The utility will show the BIOS files and their respective information. Select the proper BIOS file and press then to perform the BIOS update process.

  2. After the update process, the utility will ask you to reboot the system. Press to proceed. BIOS update completes.

BIOSTAR G41D3+ - Updating BIOS with BIO-Flasher - 3

  • This utility only allows storage device with FAT32/16 format and single partition.
  • Shutting down or resetting the system while updating the BIOS will lead to system boot failure.

4.4 AMI BIOS BEEP CODE

Boot Block Beep Codes

Number of BeepsDescription
1 No media present. (Insert diskette in floppy drive A:)
2“AMIBOOT.ROM” file not found in root directory of diskette in A:
3 Insert next diskette if multiple diskettes are used for recovery
4 Flash Programming successful
5 File read error
7 No Flash EPROM detected
10 Flash Erase error
11 Flash Program error
12 “AMIBOOT.ROM” file size error
13BIOS ROM image mismatch (file layout does not match image present in flash device)

POST BIOS Beep Codes

Number of BeepsDescription
1 Memory refresh timer error
3 Base memory read/write test error
6 Keyboard controller BAT command failed
7 General exception error (processor exception interrupt error)
8 Display memory error (system video adapter)

Troubleshooting POST BIOS Beep Codes

Number of BeepsTroubleshooting Action
1, 3 Reseatthe memory, or replace with known good modules.
6, 7Fatal error indicating a serious problem with the system. Consult your system manufacturer. Before declaring the motherboard beyond all hope, eliminate the possibility of interference by a malfunctioning add-in card. Remove all expansion cards except the video adapter.If beep codes are generated when all other expansion cards are absent, consult your system manufacturer's technical support.If beep codes are not generated when all other expansion cards are absent, one of the add-in cards is causing the malfunction. Insert the cards back into the system one at a time until the problem happens again. This will reveal the malfunctioning card.
8If the system video adapter is an add-in card, replace or reseat the video adapter. If the video adapter is an integrated part of the system board, the board may be faulty.

4.5 TROUBLESHOOTING

ProbableSolution
1. There is no power in the system.Power LED does not shine; the fan of the power supply does not work2. Indicator light on keyboard does not shine.1. Make sure power cable is securely plugged in.2. Replace cable.3. Contact technical support.
System is inoperative. Keyboard lights are on, power indicator lights are lit, and hard drives are running.Using even pressure on both ends of the DIMM, press down firmly until the module snaps into place.
System does not boot from a hard disk drive, but can be booted from optical drive.1. Check cable running from disk to disk controller board. Make sure both ends are securely plugged in; check the drive type in the standard CMOS setup.2. Backing up the hard drive is extremely important. All hard disks are capable of breaking down at any time.
System only boots from an optical drive. Hard disks can be read, applications can be used, but system fails to boot from a hard disk.1. Back up data and applications files.2. Reformat the hard drive.Re-install applications and data using backup disks.
Screen message shows “Invalid Configuration” or “CMOS Failure.”Review system’s equipment. Make sure correct information is in setup.
System cannot boot after user installs a second hard drive.1. Set master/slave jumpers correctly.2. Run SETUP program and select correct drive types. Call the drive manufacturers for compatibility with other drives.

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APPENDIX: SPEC IN OTHER LANGUAGES

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Brand : BIOSTAR

Model : G41D3+

Category : Motherboard