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  • Page 1 Инструкция GigaByte GA-Z77X-UP5 TH rev. 1.0 Перейти в карточку товара 8 800 775 98 98...
  • Page 2 GA-Z77X-UP5 TH User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-Z77XU5T-1003R...
  • Page 3 Motherboard GA-Z77X-UP5 TH Motherboard GA-Z77X-UP5 TH Jul. 6, 2012 Jul. 6, 2012...

  • Page 4: Identifying Motherboard Revision

    No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, orpublished in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Box Contents ........................6 Optional Items .........................6 GA-Z77X-UP5 TH Motherboard Layout ................7 GA-Z77X-UP5 TH Motherboard Block Diagram ..............8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................9 Installation Precautions ..................9 ..................10 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............... 14 1-3-1 Installing the CPU ....................14 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ..................16...
  • Page 6 Contact ......................67 System ......................67 Download Center ................... 68 New Program ....................68 Chapter 4 Unique Features ...................69 Xpress Recovery2 ..................69 BIOS Update Utilities ..................72 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility .............72 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............75 EasyTune 6 ....................

  • Page 7: Box Contents

    Box Contents GA-Z77X-UP5 TH motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Six SATA 6Gb/s cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports One GC-WB300D (including two antennas, one USB 2.0 cable, driver disk, and user's manual) The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

  • Page 8: Ga-Z77X-Up5 Th Motherboard Layout

    GA-Z77X-UP5 TH Motherboard Layout CMOS_SW RST_SW SYS_FAN3 CPU_FAN VCORE CPUVTT DVI VGA ATX_12V_2X4 VAXG CPUPLL LGA1155 DDRVTT VDIMM HDMI PCHIO R_USB30 USB_ESATA USB 3.0 Hub USB30_LAN MDP2 Intel MDP1 DSL3510L AUDIO Intel GbE LAN mSATA PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 CODEC M_BIOS Intel ®...

  • Page 9: Ga-Z77X-Up5 Th Motherboard Block Diagram

    GA-Z77X-UP5 TH Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 2 PCI Express x4+1 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz LGA1155 Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Switch DVI-D Switch Thunderbolt (MDP2) Intel DSL3510L Thunderbolt (MDP1)

  • Page 10: 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. Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.
  • Page 11 Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor: 1 x D-Sub port...
  • Page 12 Expansion Slots (The PCIEX16, PCIEX8, and PCIEX4 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) * Whether PCI Express 3.0 is supported depends on CPU and graphics card compatibility. 3 x PCI Express x1 slots (All PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 1 x PCI slot Multi-Graphics Support for AMD CrossFireX...
  • Page 13 Internal 1 x CPU fan header 4 x system fan headers Connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x S/PDIF In header 3 x USB 3.0/2.0 headers 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header...
  • Page 14 Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product speci cations and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the "Unique Features"...

  • Page 15: 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. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
  • Page 16 B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. Step 1: Step 2: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down...

  • Page 17: Installing The Cpu Cooler

    1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel ® boxed cooler as the example cooler.) Male Push Pin Direction of the Arrow Sign The Top on the Male of Female Push Pin...

  • Page 18: 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 19: Installing A Memory

    1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR3 DIMM your memory modules in the memory sockets.

  • Page 20: Installing An Expansion Card

    Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
  • Page 21 A. System Requirements - Windows 7 or Windows XP operating system - A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - Two CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver - CrossFireX (Note) /SLI bridge connector power requirement) B.

  • Page 22: Back Panel Connectors

    Back Panel Connectors 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. DVI-D Port (Note 1) (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port.
  • Page 23 This motherboard provides four video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI, and Thunderbolt. Dual monitor POST process. USB 2.0/1.1 Port eSATA 6Gb/s Connector RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
  • Page 24 Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack.

  • Page 25: Onboard Buttons, Switches And Leds

    Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs BIOS Switch and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (SW4) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active. BIOS Switch: 1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS) 3: Backup BIOS (Boot from the backup BIOS)
  • Page 26 Voltage Measurement Points Users can use a multimeter to measure component voltages, including VCORE, CPU VTT, IMC, VAXG, CPUPLL, DDRVTT, VDIMM, and PCHIO. You can employ following way to measure component voltages. VCORE Pin 1 Pin No. CPUVTT Power Pin 1 Pin 1 VAXG Pin 1...

  • Page 27: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X4 F_AUDIO SPDIF_IN ATX4P SPDIF_O CPU_FAN F_1394 SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 F_USB1/F_USB2 SATA3 0/1 F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2/F_USB30_3 SATA2 2/3/4/5 GSATA3 8 mSATA CLR_CMOS F_PANEL 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.
  • Page 28 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 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 29 3) ATX4P (PCIe Power Connector) The power connector provide auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the SATA power cable(s) from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to ensure system stability. Pin No.
  • Page 30 6) SATA3 0/1 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel Z77 Chipset) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA3 0/1 connectors support RAID 0 and RAID 1.
  • Page 31 8) GSATA3 8 (SATA 6Gb/s Connector, Controlled by Marvell 88SE9172 Chip) The SATA connector conforms to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Marvell 88SE9172 chip Pin No.
  • Page 32 10) 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. Message/Power/ Sleep LED Power Switch...
  • Page 33 11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) 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 34 13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time.
  • Page 35 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DX- USB DY- USB DX+ USB DY+ No Pin 16) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2/F_USB30_3 (USB 3.0/2.0 Headers) the included 3.5"...
  • Page 36 17) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Pin No. LCLK LAD0 LFRAME No Pin LRESET SB3V SERIRQ LAD3 LAD2 VCC3 LAD1 SUSCLK 18) BAT (Battery) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.
  • Page 37 19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.

  • Page 38: 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 39: Startup Screen

    Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. <F9>: SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the <F9>...

  • Page 40: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu A. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse to move through the motherboard arrow over the CPU and memory sockets and enter the System Tuning function menu icons at the bottom of the screen or press <F1> to switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program.
  • Page 41 BIOS Setup Program Function Keys < >< > Move the selection bar to select a setup menu < >< > <Enter> Execute command or enter a menu <+>/<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes <->/<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes <F1>...

  • Page 42: M.i.t

    M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results.
  • Page 43 M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. Advanced Frequency Settings CPU/PCIe Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and PCIe bus frequency in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU Processor Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock.
  • Page 44 Advanced CPU Core Features CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores.
  • Page 45 CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. Auto C3/C6 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state.
  • Page 46 Advanced Memory Settings (Note), System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory Frequency(Mhz) The settings under the three items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Performance Enhance Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels. Normal Lets the system operate at its basic performance level.
  • Page 47 Channel A/B Timing Settings This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting DRAM Timing Selectable is set to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.
  • Page 48 3D Power Control PWM Phase Control Allows you to automatically change the PWM phase according to the CPU load. The power-saving levels are (from lowest to highest): eXm Perf (Extreme Performance ), High Perf (High Performance), Perf (Performance), Balanced, Mid PWR (Mid Power), and Lite PWR (Light Power). Auto lets the BIOS Standard~Fast Selects Standard or Fast which represents different levels of the response time for Vcore changes.
  • Page 49 Allows you to set the Load-Line Calibration level for the Vcore. The levels are (from highest to lowest): Extreme, Turbo, High, Medium, Low, and Standard. Selecting a higher level keeps the Vcore more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto Allows you to set the Load-Line Calibration level for the GFX voltage.
  • Page 50 Allows you to set the over-current protection level for the GFX voltage. Standard~Extreme Selects Standard, Low, Medium, High, Turbo, or Extreme which represents different level of over-current protection for the GFX voltage. DDR CH(A/B) Current Protection Allows you to set the over-current protection level for the memory voltage. Standard~Extreme Selects Standard, Low, Medium, High, Turbo, or Extreme which represents different level of over-current protection for the memory voltage.
  • Page 51 PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open "No" at next boot. Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS, and then restart your system.
  • Page 52 Displays the current system voltages. CPU/PCH/System Temperature Displays current CPU/Chipset/System temperature. CPU/System FAN Speed Displays current CPU/system fan speeds. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60 C/140 F, 70 C/158...

  • Page 53: Miscellaneous Settings

    Miscellaneous Settings Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation support up to Gen 2 mode only. Auto Legacy BenchMark Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) BIOS Setup - 52 -...

  • Page 54: System

    System This section provides information on your CPU, memory, 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 55: Bios Features

    Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) 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) BIOS Setup...

  • Page 56: Administrator Password

    Limit CPUID Maximum (Note) Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) Execute Disable Bit (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. This function may enhance protection for the computer, and system.

  • Page 57: Peripherals

    Peripherals Enables or disables the onboard IEEE 1394 function. (Default: Enabled) Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default: Disabled) SATA Controller(s) (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) BIOS Setup - 56 -...
  • Page 58 SATA Mode Selection (Intel Z77 Chipset) SATA controllers to AHCI mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) xHCI Pre-Boot Driver (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enabled The USB 3.0 ports are routed to the xHCI controller before booting to OS. (Default) Disabled The USB 3.0 ports are routed to the EHCI controller before booting to OS.
  • Page 59 Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. PCH LAN Controller (Intel GbE LAN Chip, LAN2) Enables or disables the Intel GbE LAN function.
  • Page 60 Intel(R) Thunderbolt Wake From Thunderbolt Devices Allows the system to be turned on by wake-up event from Thunderbolt device(s). (Default: Enabled) Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Reserved IO for Thunderbolt (Default: 20K) When set to 20K, each Thunderbolt port can be daisy chain around 3 Thunderbolt devices.
  • Page 61 GSATA Controller (Marvell 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 8/eSATA connectors) the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. The area below displays the current status of the two SATA ports. mode. Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) RAID Mode Enables RAID for the SATA controllers.

  • Page 62: 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. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
  • Page 63 Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN 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. Internal Graphics Standby Mode Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power consumption.

  • Page 64: 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. Exit Without Saving Press <Enter>...
  • Page 65 BIOS Setup - 64 -...

  • Page 66: Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

    Chapter 3 Drivers Installation Run.exe Installing Chipset Drivers Install All "Xpress Install" Install Single Items Found New Hardware Wizard Application Software - 65 - Drivers Installation...

  • Page 67: Application Software

    Application Software Install Technical Manuals Drivers Installation - 66 -...

  • Page 68: Contact

    Contact System - 67 - Drivers Installation...

  • Page 69: Download Center

    Download Center New Program Drivers Installation - 68 -...

  • Page 70: Chapter 4 Unique Features

    Chapter 4 Unique Features Xpress Recovery2 Xpress Recovery2 is a utility that allows you to quickly compress and back up your system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, SATA hard drives and restore it. Before You Begin: for the operating system.
  • Page 71 Step 3: Step 4: When partitioning your hard drive, make sure to leave After the operating system is installed, click Start, unallocated space (10 GB or more is recommended; right-click the Computer and select Manage. Go to actual size requirements vary, depending on the Disk Management to check disk allocation.
  • Page 72 D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2 Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present if no backup is created before. E. Removing the Backup Step 1: Step 2: If you wish to remove the backup file, select...

  • Page 73: Bios Update Utilities

    BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash and @BIOS . GIGABYTE Q-Flash ™ ™ and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS design, which enhances protection for the safety and ™...
  • Page 74 B. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to execute. When updating the Step 1: Update BIOS From Drive. The Save BIOS to Drive Select USB Flash Drive. Q-Flash Utility v1.03 Model Name : Z77X-UP5 TH BIOS Version : D13 BIOS Date...
  • Page 75 Step 4: Load Optimized Defaults on the Save & Exit so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults. Select Yes to load BIOS defaults Step 5: Select Save & Exit Setup Yes to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup.

  • Page 76: Updating The Bios With The @Bios Utility

    GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an B. Using @BIOS Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and complete. "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below.

  • Page 77: Easytune 6

    EasyTune 6 settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also without the need to install additional software. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Function The CPU The Memory tab provides information on the installed memory module(s). You can select memory The Tuner tab allows you to change memory settings and voltages.

  • Page 78: Q-Share

    Q-Share you are able to share your data with computers on the same network, making full use of Internet resources. Directions for using Q-Share to launch the Q-Share tool. Find the Q-Share icon Figure 1. Data Sharing Disabled Figure 2. Data Sharing Enabled Options Descriptions Option Description...

  • Page 79: Extreme Hard Drive (X.h.d)

    After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk. You can click the Xpress Install All button to automatically install all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. Or you can go to the Application Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later. B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the newly added harddrive...

  • Page 80: Auto Green

    Auto Green Auto Green is an easy-to-use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings via a Bluetooth cell phone. When the phone is out of the range of the computer's Bluetooth receiver, the system First, you have to set your Bluetooth cell phone as a portable key. On the Auto Green main menu, click and then click .

  • Page 81: Ez Setup

    Installing EZ Setup After inserting the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk, click Express Install to install all motherboard drivers. After completion, go to the New Program menu and click Install on the right of the EZ Setup application to install it.

  • Page 82: Installing Ez Smart Response

    4-7-1 Installing EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature (Note 1) 2. An Intel Core series processor 3. RAID enabled for the Intel SATA controllers in BIOS Setup 4. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 2) (Note 3) original data on the hard disk will be lost once you enable RAID mode.

  • Page 83: Installing Ez Rapid Start

    4-7-2 Installing EZ Rapid Start A. System Requirements 1. Intel Rapid Start Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 3. An SSD with size larger than the total system memory 4. AHCI/RAID mode supported (please note if the SSD has been assigned as a member of a RAID array, it cannot be used to set up Intel Rapid Start store partition);...

  • Page 84: Installing Ez Smart Connect

    4-7-3 Installing EZ Smart Connect A. System Requirements 1. Intel Smart Connect Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 3. Normal network connection B. Installation Step 1: Select EZ Smart Connect and click Setup. Then restart your system. The system will restart and automatically enable Intel Smart Connect Technology in the BIOS Setup.
  • Page 85 Unique Features...

  • Page 86: Chapter 5 Appendix

    Chapter 5 Appendix RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Array Capacity Number of hard Size of the smallest (Number of hard (Number of hard drives * Size of the drive drives -1) * Size of smallest drive the smallest drive smallest drive A.
  • Page 87 Step 1: under the menu to Step 2: Appendix...
  • Page 88 Step 1: Utility. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. RAID Volumes : Physical Devices : Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID) ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk Step 2: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339...
  • Page 89 Step 3: special characters) under the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : 128KB Capacity : 111.7 GB Sync : N/A Create Volume [ HELP ]...
  • Page 90 Step 5: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : 128 MB Capacity : 111.7 GB Sync : N/A Create Volume WARNING : ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.
  • Page 91 functionality, users can copy the data from the master drive to the recovery drive; if needed, the data on the Step 1: Select Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1. Create RAID Volume 4.
  • Page 92 Step 3: item. In the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Name : Volume0 RAID Level : Recovery Disks : Select Disks [ SELECT DISKS ] Strip Size : 128KB Capacity : 223.6 GB Drive Model Serial #...
  • Page 93 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 223.6GB Normal (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete "Volume0"? (Y/N) : [ HELP ] Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.
  • Page 94 connectors. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. Step 1: and set on the submenu to - 93 - Appendix...
  • Page 95 Step 2: Marvell 88SE91xx Adapter - BIOS Version 1.0.1.0025 PCIe x2 5.0Gbps Mode: RAID [Virtual Disks] [Physical Disks] Adapter 0 Port Disk Name Size Max Speed SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s Press <Ctrl>+<M> to enter BIOS Setup or <Space> to continue_ Appendix...
  • Page 96 Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ] Adapter 0 Vendor ID Device ID: 1B4B:91A2 BIOS Version: 1.0.1.0025 PCI Slot: IRQ Number: Raid Mode: RAID0 RAID1 ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit tab.
  • Page 97 Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ RAID ] Select free disks to create Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status NEXT ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit Enter an array name with 1~10 letters (letters cannot be special characters). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
  • Page 98 Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ RAID ] Select free disks to create Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status Create VD RAID Level RAID0 Max Size (MB): 152478 NEXT Stripe Size 64KB Quick Init Cache Mode...
  • Page 99 tab and select . When the menu Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ RAID ] Delete VD Name Size Level Status Stripe CacheMode 152.4GB RAID0 ONLINE 64KB WriteBack NEXT Delete VD?[Y] and select Appendix - 98 -...

  • Page 100: Installing The Sata Raid/Ahci Driver And Operating System

    and compatibility. Step 1: Step 2: are as follows: Step 3: - 99 - Appendix...
  • Page 101 Method A: 64Bit folder. folder to 64Bit folder.) folder. Method B: Steps: folder. A Command Prompt system. Appendix - 100 -...
  • Page 102 Step 1: Step 2: Windows Setup using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC to return to the previous screen. Intel(R) ICH7R/DH SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) ICH7MDH SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) Mobile Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller...
  • Page 103 Step 2: need to be installed. Below we assume and press Windows Setup using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC to return to the previous screen. Marvell 91xx SATA RAID Controller 32bit Driver Marvell 91xx SATA RAID Controller 64bit Driver Step 3:...
  • Page 104 capacity than the old one.) Step 1: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1. Create RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 2. Delete RAID Volume 4. Exit "Degraded volume and disk available for rebuilding detected. Selecting a disk initiates a rebuild.
  • Page 105 in the menu. Step 2: Step 1: item on the left of the screen displays Step 3: will display as Appendix...
  • Page 106 can restore the recovery drive data to the master drive. Step 1: Select in the menu, select to show the recovery drive in the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1.
  • Page 107 Step 1: Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Selection] [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ RAID ] Create VD Delete VD Wipe out disk Spare Management ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit Step 2: Spare drive. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Selection] [ Adapter] [ Devices]...
  • Page 108 Step 3: Under , the tab displays the Step 1: Under tab and select Step 2: button to - 107 - Appendix...
  • Page 109 audio. (Note) Line In Mic In same time. Step 1: icon the icon to access the Appendix - 108 -...
  • Page 110 Step 2: Step 3: tab. In the list, select , or tab. to complete. on the tab to open the to complete. - 109 - Appendix...
  • Page 111 to complete. Appendix - 110 -...
  • Page 112 screen tab and then select the sample rate and (Note) to complete. (Note) Enter the screen if you use - 111 - Appendix...
  • Page 113 Step 1: icon the icon to access the Step 2: Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and Step 3: you set the volumes at a middle level. icon slider and set the Microphone Boost level. Appendix - 112 -...
  • Page 114 Step 5: , point , point to your computer). Step 1: Locate the on this icon. Select Step 2: select Step 3: When the and select . Then set it as the default device. - 113 - Appendix...

  • Page 115: Using The Sound Recorder

    Now you can access the and use to record the sound. button button Appendix...

  • Page 116: Creative Software Suite

    The Creative Software Suite includes the Creative Software AutoUpdate, Alchemy, and Sound Blaster Step: Creative EAX Gadget: Creative Music Server: Sound Blaster Console: Sound Blaster Jukebox: iTunes or Windows Media Player. - 115 - Appendix...
  • Page 117 ™ ™ provide the easiest ™ them sound livelier. Appendix...

  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    website. is present in and select . When the - 117 - Appendix...

  • Page 119: Troubleshooting Procedure

    problem. power cord etc. Isolate the short circuit. Secure the CPU cooler on the CPU. Connect the CPU cooler power cable to the motherboard. Correctly insert the memory into the memory (Continued...) Appendix - 118 -...
  • Page 120 The power supply, CPU or the computer. The hard drive, connector, can boot successfully. (install one device at one time and then boot the system to see if the If the procedure above is unable to solve your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible.

  • Page 121: Debug Led Codes

    Code PEI Core is started. Pre-memory CPU initialization is started. 1A~2A Memory initialization. Memory installed. CPU PEI initialization. 37~3A 3B~3E 73~77 ACPI Core initialization. CSM initialization is started. Issue event to connect drivers. Appendix - 120 -...
  • Page 122 Code PCI Bus initialization is started. USB initialization is started. Activated all currently connected USB devices. SCSI initialization is started. Activated all currently connected SCSI devices. System reset if needed. - 121 - Appendix...
  • Page 123 Code Code Code Code 50~55 Memory initialization error occurs. Invalid CPU type or speed. CPU mismatch. CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error. CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed. Internal CPU error. CPU initialization error. Appendix - 122 -...
  • Page 124 Code Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available. It is an invaild password. S3 resume is failed. Invalid recovery capsule. - 123 - Appendix...

  • Page 125: Regulatory Statements

    This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose. Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the most of the materials in your "end of life" product. chemicals.
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