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- Page 1 GA-Z97M-D3H GA-H97M-D3H User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z97MD3H-1001R GA-Z97M-D3H GA-H97M-D3H...
- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H Motherboard Layout ............4 GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H 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-Z97M-D3H/Ga-H97M-D3H Motherboard Layout
F_USB3 F_USB1 SYS_FAN3 F_USB2 Box Contents 5 GA-Z97M-D3H or GA-H97M-D3H motherboard 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 Two SATA cables 5 User's Manual 5 I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. -
Page 5: Ga-Z97M-D3H/Ga-H97M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram
GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1150 DDR3 1600/1333 MHz PCIe CLK HDMI (100 MHz) Dual Channel Memory DVI-D PCI Express Bus Dual BIOS D-Sub 1 PCI Express x4 6 SATA 6Gb/s RJ45 ®... -
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
Š Š Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Š (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Š Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor: 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz... - Page 8 Š 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 3 x system fan headers Š 1 x front panel header Š...
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Page 9: Installing The Cpu
Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 22.5cm * 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).
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Page 12: Internal Connectors
Mic In Jack (Pink) The Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack. The audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions may vary based on hardware specification). Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack. - Page 13 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.
- Page 14 5) 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. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel ® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10.
- 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. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
- Page 16 10) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition Power (5V) USB DY+ Power (5V)
- Page 17 13) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition LCLK LAD2 SB3V VCC3 SERIRQ LFRAME LAD1 No Pin LAD0 LRESET SUSCLK LAD3 14) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults.
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Page 18: Chapter 2 Bios Setup
It helps first-time users to perform basic system setups more quickly and easily. The ST Mode (for the GA-Z97M-D3H only) provides a fancy and user-friendly BIOS environment where users can easily point and click through various settings and make adjustments for optimum performance. - Page 19 Enables or disables CPU/PCIe Spread Spectrum. (Default: Auto) This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual. Only for GA-Z97M-D3H. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about ®...
- Page 20 Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in an Intel cores may vary by CPU). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Only for GA-Z97M-D3H. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about ®...
- Page 21 Allows you to set the memory frequency. Options may vary depending on the memory being used. (Default: Disabled) Only for GA-Z97M-D3H. (Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel ®...
- Page 22 & Memory Boot Mode Provides memory detection and training methods. Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Auto Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. &...
- Page 23 & CPU/System Fan Speed Displays current CPU/system fan speeds. & CPU/System Temperature Warning Sets the warning threshold for CPU/system temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60 C/140 F, 70 C/158 F, 80 C/176 F, 90 C/194...
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Page 24: System Information
` Miscellaneous Settings & PCIe Slot Configuration Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. -
Page 25: 2-4 Bios Features
A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup 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. - Page 26 & USB Support Disabled All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. Full Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Partial Initial Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled.
- Page 27 & Boot Mode Selection Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot. UEFI and Legacy Allows booting from operating systems that support legacy option ROM or UEFI option ROM. (Default) Legacy Only Allows booting from operating systems that only support legacy Option ROM. UEFI Only Allows booting from operating systems that only support UEFI Option ROM.
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Page 28: Peripherals
Peripherals & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. IGFX PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX4 slot as the first display. - Page 29 & Intel Processor Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Enabled) & Intel Processor Graphics Memory Allocation Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are: 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) & DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) &...
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Page 30: Power Management
` Super IO Configuration This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port and parallel port. & Serial Port A Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) & Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled) ` Device Mode This item is configurable only when Parallel Port is set to Enabled. - Page 31 & 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.
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Page 32: Save & Exit
& PCH DMI Link ASPM Control Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for both CPU side and Chipset side of the DMI link. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. -
Page 33: Chapter 3 Appendix
Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Before you begin • 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 34 C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the Enter the Intel ® 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>...
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Page 35: 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. - 35 -... -
Page 36: 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 37 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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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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