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GA-H97M-DS3P
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-H97MS3P-1001R

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  • Page 1 GA-H97M-DS3P User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-H97MS3P-1001R...
  • Page 2 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 GA-H97M-DS3P Motherboard Layout ................4 GA-H97M-DS3P Motherboard Block Diagram ..............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU .................... 9 Installing the Memory ..................10 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 10 Back Panel Connectors ..................

  • Page 4: Ga-H97M-Ds3P Motherboard Layout

    GA-H97M-DS3P Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB CPU_FAN ATX_12V LGA1150 AUDIO SYS_FAN PCIEX16 Intel ® GbE LAN PCIEX1_1 GA-H97M-DS3P Intel ® ® Super I/O B_BIOS PCIEX1_2 M_BIOS PCIe to PCI Bridge CODEC CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO F_USB1 F_PANEL F_USB2 Box Contents 5 GA-H97M-DS3P motherboard 5 Motherboard driver disk...

  • Page 5: Ga-H97M-Ds3P Motherboard Block Diagram

    GA-H97M-DS3P Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1150 HDMI DDR3 1600/1333 MHz PCIe CLK Dual Channel Memory (100 MHz) DVI-D PCI Express Bus Dual BIOS D-Sub 6 SATA 6Gb/s 2 PCI Express x1 RJ45 Intel ®...

  • Page 6: 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 7: 1-2 Product Specifications

    Support for DDR3 1600/1333 MHz memory modules Š Support for non-ECC memory modules Š Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Š (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor: Š Graphics...
  • Page 8 Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Š Connectors 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Š 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Š 1 x CPU fan header Š 1 x system fan header Š 1 x front panel header Š...

  • Page 9: Installing The Cpu

    Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.3cm Š * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the "Unique Features"...

  • Page 10: Installing The Memory

    • 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 11 D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port. DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used).

  • Page 12: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V F_USB30 F_USB1/F_USB2 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 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. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
  • Page 13 1/2) ATX_12V/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.
  • Page 14 PORT PORT DEBUG 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) PORT The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s DEBUG PORT standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, ®...
  • Page 15 7) 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.
  • Page 16 10) COM (Serial Port Header) DEBUG The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional PORT COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition NDCD- NDSR- NSIN NRTS-...

  • Page 17: 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 18 M.I.T. This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations.
  • Page 19 & CPU PLL Selection Allows you to set the CPU PLL. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Filter PLL Level Allows you to set the Filter PLL. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 20 & CPU EIST Function (Note 1) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel ® EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease average power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 21 & Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) ` Channel A/B Memory Sub Timings This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory.

  • Page 22: System Information

    & System Fan Speed Control 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 can Normal adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.

  • Page 23: Bios Features

    & System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. & System Date Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired value.
  • Page 24 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 25 & Execute Disable Bit (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. This function may enhance protection for the ® computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) &...

  • Page 26: Peripherals

    & Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. & Ipv6 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. &...
  • Page 27 & XHCI Mode Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS. Smart Auto This mode is available only when the BIOS supports the xHCI controller in the pre-boot environment. This mode is similar to Auto, but it adds the capability to route the ports to xHCI or EHCI according to setting used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the pre-boot environment.
  • Page 28 ` SATA Configuration & Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) & SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. IDE Enables RAID for the SATA controller.

  • Page 29: Power Management

    Power Management & Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting.
  • Page 30 & Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disables this function. (Default) Disabled Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.

  • Page 31: 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 32: Chapter 3 Appendix

    Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Before you begin, please prepare the following items: • At least two SATA hard drives (to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity). If you do not want to create RAID, you may prepare only one hard drive. •...
  • Page 33 C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the ® installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Steps: 1. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press <Ctrl-I>...

  • Page 34: Drivers Installation

    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. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE's website. - 34 -...

  • Page 35: 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 36 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.
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  • Page 40: Contact Us

    Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw 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 Global Service System •...

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