Lga775 socket motherboard for intel core processor family/intel pentium processor family/intel celeron processor family (104 pages)
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GA-Q170M-D3H User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Q170M3H-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.
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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, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •...
Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR4 2133 MHz memory modules Support for ECC UDIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) Support for non-ECC UDIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support: ® Graphics 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
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Storage Interface Chipset: 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 SATA and PCIe x4/x2/x1 SSD support) 3 x SATA Express connectors 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors S upport for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 * R efer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the supported configurations with the M.2, SATA Express, and SATA connectors. Chipset: ...
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* 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 -...
• 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.
The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: 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.
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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.
Internal Connectors ATX_12V SPKR SPDIF_O CPU_FAN F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 SYS_FAN1 F_USB1/F_USB2 SATA EXPRESS COMA/COMB 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.
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 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.
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1 2 3 B S S 5) SATA EXPRESS (SATA Express Connectors) Each SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device. B S S 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
When installing different types of M.2 SSDs (including SATA SSDs, PCIe x4 SSDs, and PCIe x2 SSDs), be sure to refer to the supported configurations in the tables below according to the operating mode of your SATA controller (AHCI mode or RAID mode). • AHCI mode: Connector SATA3_0 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 SATA3_4 SATA3_5 SATA Express SATA Express SATA Express Type of SSD M.2 SATA SSD M.2 PCIe x4 M.2 PCIe x2...
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9) 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.
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F_USB30 F_ U 12) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 (USB 3.0/2.0 Headers) The headers conform to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and each header 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-...
15) 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. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition STB- ACK- AFD-...
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.
M.I.T. This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature and Vcore. 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.
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& 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) & CPU Flex Ratio Settings Allows you to set the CPU Flex Ratio. The adjustable range may vary by CPU. (Default: 20) & Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology (Note) CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel ®...
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& CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, ® the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology (EIST).
& CPU/1st System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) & CPU Fan Speed Control (CPU_FAN Connector) Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
& 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. & System Time Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00. Use <Enter> to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired value.
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.
& 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.
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 & Intel TXT(LT) Support (Note) Enables or disables Intel Trusted Execution Technology (Intel TXT).
` 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: Enable) & Pending operation To clear TPM related settings, set this item to TPM Clear. (Default: None) &...
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.
& 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.
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. &...
Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum ≥2 ≥3 ≥4 Number of Hard Drives Array Capacity Number of hard Size of the smallest (Number of hard (Number of hard drives * Size of the drive drives -1) * Size of drives/2) * Size of the...
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3. Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the folder (IRST-x64 or IRST-x86) that you previously copied. 4. When a screen as shown, select Intel Chipset SATA RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver and continue the OS installation. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 34 -...
• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right corner of the screen and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.) "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to install. 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. - 35 -...
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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. 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.
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