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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, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.
4 GB. Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1333(O.C.)1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated in the Chipset: ...
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Internal 1 x CPU fan header Connectors 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port ...
Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports 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.
Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port.
Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.
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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 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 com- ponents on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed.
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN) system fan header. 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 motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design.
6) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker and system status indicator on the chassis front panel to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before con- necting the cables. SPEAK- PWR- Power LED...
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 con- nector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header.
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9) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. DEBUG Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition PORT STB- AFD- ERR- INIT-...
11) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on the two pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.
To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. 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 •...
• If you do not find the settings you want in the Main Menu or a submenu, press <Ctrl>+<F1> to access more advanced options. • When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults.
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CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Item Help x CAS Latency Time Auto Menu Level x tRCD Auto x tRP Auto x tRAS Auto >>>>> Advanced Timing Control Advanced Timing Control [Press Enter] ******** Mother Board Voltage Control ******** Voltage Types Normal Current...
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CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the CPU host frequency. The adjustable range is from 100 MHz to 1200 MHz. This item is configurable only if the CPU Host Clock Control option is enabled. Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications.
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>>>>> Advanced Timing Control Advanced Timing Control CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Timing Control Item Help x tRRD Auto Menu Level x tWTR Auto x tWR Auto x tRFC Auto x tRTP Auto x Command Rate (CMD) Auto >>>>>...
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Static tRead Value Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. tRD Phase0 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase1 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase2 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. tRD Phase3 Adjustment Options are: Auto (default), 0-Normal, 1-Advanced. Trd2rd(Different Rank) Options are: Auto (default), 1~15.
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Channel A/B Driving Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Channel A/B Driving Settings Item Help x Driving Strength Profile Auto Menu Level x Data Driving Pull-Up Level Auto x Cmd Driving Pull-Up Level Auto x Ctrl Driving Pull-Up Level Auto x Clk Driving Pull-Up Level Auto x Data Driving Pull-Down Lev...
Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Item Help Date (mm:dd:yy) Thu, Feb 17 2011 Menu Level Time (hh:mm:ss) 22:31:24 IDE Channel 0 Master [None] IDE Channel 0 Slave [None] IDE Channel 1 Master [None] ...
Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features Item Help Hard Disk Boot Priority [Press Enter] Menu Level Quick Boot [Disabled] CD/DVD Boot option [Auto] First Boot Device [Hard Disk] Second Boot Device [CDROM] Third Boot Device [Legacy LAN] Password Check...
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CPU Multi-Threading (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable all CPU cores and multi-threading function when using an Intel CPU that supports multi-core technology. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Enabled Enables all CPU cores and multi-threading capability. (Default) Disabled Enables only one CPU core.
Advanced Chipset Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Chipset Features Item Help ** VGA Setting ** Menu Level Onboard VGA [Enable If No Ext PEG] Init Display First [PCI] PAVP Mode [PAVP Lite Mode] PAVP Lite Mode [32MB] x Paranoid PAVP Mode (32+96)128MB...
Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals Item Help Azalia Codec [Auto] Menu Level Onboard H/W LAN [Enabled] SMART LAN [Press Enter] Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Onboard USB3.0 Controllerj [Enabled] Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8/IRQ4] Onboard Parallel Port [378/IRQ7]...
Onboard Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port (LPT) and specifies its base I/O address and correspond- ing interrupt. Options are: 378/IRQ7 (default), 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7, Disabled. Parallel Port Mode Selects an operating mode for the onboard parallel (LPT) port. Options are: SPP (Standard Parallel Port) (default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP.
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Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default) 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.
AC Back Function Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Soft-Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Full-On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
Current Voltage(V) Vcore/DDR15V/+3.3V/+12V Displays the current system voltages. Current CPU Temperature Displays current CPU temperature. Current CPU/SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM) Displays current CPU/system fan speed. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound.
2-12 Load Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) PC Health Status Standard CMOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults Advanced BIOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Set Supervisor Password Integrated Peripherals Set User Password ...
2-14 Save & Exit Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) PC Health Status Standard CMOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults Advanced BIOS Features Load Optimized Defaults ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot below.
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