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G1.Sniper B7
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-G1SNPB7-1001R
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  • Page 1 G1.Sniper B7 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-G1SNPB7-1001R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment.
  • Page 2: Identifying Motherboard Revision

    Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents G1.Sniper B7 Motherboard Layout ..................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................5 Installation Precautions ..................5 1-2 Product Specifications ..................6 Installing the CPU .................... 9 Installing the Memory ..................9 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 10 Back Panel Connectors .................. 10 1-7 Changing the Operational Amplifier ...............
  • Page 4: G1.Sniper B7 Motherboard Layout

    G1.Sniper B7 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS_USB30 ATX_12V_2X4 SYS_FAN1 LGA1151 USB_DAC USB30_LAN AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Intel ® G1.Sniper B7 PCIEX16 ® Super I/O Intel B150 PCIEX1_2 ® CODEC PCIEX4 GAIN THB_C PCI1 PCIe to M_BIOS PCI Bridge B_BIOS PCI2 NE5532 ® CLR_CMOS...
  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •...
  • Page 6: 1-2 Product Specifications

    Support for ECC UDIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) Š Support for non-ECC UDIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Š (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support Š...
  • Page 7 Chipset: Š 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) 5 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (1 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Š...
  • Page 8 * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Please visit GIGABYTE's website Please visit the Support\Utility List for support lists of CPU, memory page on GIGABYTE's website to modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. download the latest version of apps. - 8 -...
  • Page 9: Installing The Cpu

    • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
  • Page 10: Installing An Expansion Card

    The four memory sockets are divided into two channels: Channel A: DDR4_2, DDR4_4 Channel B: DDR4_1, DDR4_3 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR4_4 DDR4_2 DDR4_3 DDR4_1 2 Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS 4 Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.
  • Page 11 The Mic in jack. If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask either the Line in or Mic in jack to be Side Speaker out through the audio driver. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
  • Page 12: 1-7 Changing The Operational Amplifier

    1-7 Changing the Operational Amplifier Step 1: Use an IC extractor to carefully grip the IC's sides and extract it from the socket. Step 2: Align the notch on your OP chip with the notch on the socket and gently press the chip into the socket until seated. For purchasing the IC extractor and OP Chip, please contact the local dealer.
  • Page 13: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors 10 11 ATX_12V_2X4 SPDIF_O GAIN CPU_FAN F_USB30 SYS_FAN1/2/3 F_USB1/F_USB2 SATA EXPRESS SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 THB_C M2F_32G COMA M2_WIFI CLR_CMOS F_PANEL F_AUDIO Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 14 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
  • Page 15 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
  • Page 16 B S_ 7) M2F_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. B S_ Step 1: Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then screw the nut first.
  • Page 17: Front Panel Header

    9) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. •...
  • Page 18 10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No.
  • Page 19 F_USB30 F_ U 13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition VBUS SSRX1- SSRX1+ SSTX2+ B S S SSTX1- SSTX2- SSTX1+ SSRX2+ SSRX2- VBUS...
  • Page 20: Clear Cmos Jumper

    F_USB3 F 16) THB_C (Thunderbolt Add-in Card Connector) ™ This connector is for a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ Pin No. Definition GPIOA GPIOB Supports a Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ N_-SLP_S3 N_-S4_S5 17) COMA (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.
  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.
  • Page 22: M.i.t

    M.I.T. This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature and CPU voltage, etc. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components.
  • Page 23 & Uncore Frequency Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency. & CPU Flex Ratio Override Enables or disables the CPU Flex Ratio. The maximum CPU clock ratio will be based on the CPU Flex Ratio Settings value if CPU Clock Ratio is set to Auto. (Default: Disabled) &...
  • Page 24 & Package C State Limit (Note 1) Allows you to specify the C-state limit for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, ®...
  • Page 25 & Memory Timing Mode Manual and Advanced Manual allows the Memory Multiplier Tweaker, Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. & Profile DDR Voltage Displays the memory voltage. & Memory Multiplier Tweaker Provides different levels of memory auto-tuning. (Default: Auto) & Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving.
  • Page 26 ` PC Health Status & Reset Case Open Status Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Disabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will Enabled show "No" at next boot. & Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to...
  • Page 27: System Information

    & 2nd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN2 Connector) Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You Normal can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements.
  • Page 28: Bios Features

    This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. & System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. & System Date Sets the system date.
  • Page 29: Security Option

    System program. (Default) & Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) & Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed.
  • Page 30: Network Stack

    & CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Enabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. Disabled This item is configurable only when Windows 8/10 Features is set to Windows 8/10 or Windows 8/10 WHQL.
  • Page 31: Peripherals

    Peripherals & Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Enables or disables Intel PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled) ® & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX4 slot as the first display. PCIe 2 Slot & Audio LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED function. Disables this function. Off Still Mode The LEDs stay constantly on.
  • Page 32: Hot Plug

    ` Trusted Computing 2.0 This sub-menu appears only when Intel Platform Trust Technology is set to Enabled. & Security Device Support Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). (Default: Enabled) & TPM 20 InterfaceType Allows you to select the communication interface for the TPM 2.0 device. Set to External TPM2.0 if you install an Infineon TPM 2.0 module (optional). (Default: PTT) &...
  • Page 33: Chipset

    Chipset & VT-d (Note) Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Disabled) ® & Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) & DVMT Pre-Allocated Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are: 32M~512M. (Default: 64M) &...
  • Page 34: Power Management

    Power Management & AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
  • Page 35: Resume By Alarm

    & Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default) Instant-Off Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.
  • Page 36: Save & Exit

    Save & Exit & Save & Exit Setup Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. &...
  • Page 37: Chapter 3 Appendix

    You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or click the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. - 37 -...
  • Page 38: Regulatory Statements

    Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also note that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by GIGABYTE.
  • Page 39 FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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.
  • Page 40: Contact Us

    Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://esupport.gigabyte.com WEB address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com WEB address (Chinese): http://www.gigabyte.tw You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website. GIGABYTE eSupport •...

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