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GA-B85M-Gaming 3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-B85MGA3-1001R

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  • Page 1 GA-B85M-Gaming 3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-B85MGA3-1001R...
  • 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-B85M-Gaming 3 Motherboard Layout ..............4 GA-B85M-Gaming 3 Motherboard Block Diagram ............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ................... 6 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU .................... 9 Installing the Memory ..................9 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 10 Back Panel Connectors .................
  • Page 4: Ga-B85M-Gaming 3 Motherboard Layout

    GA-B85M-Gaming 3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 HDMI LGA1150 R_USB30 SATA2 GA-B85M-Gaming 3 USB_LAN SATA3 ® Super I/O AUDIO PCIEX16 Intel ® GbE LAN PCIEX1_1 Intel ® CODEC PCIEX1_2 M_BIOS F_USB1 SYS_FAN F_AUDIO F_USB2 F_PANEL Box Contents 5 GA-B85M-Gaming 3 motherboard...
  • Page 5: Ga-B85M-Gaming 3 Motherboard Block Diagram

    GA-B85M-Gaming 3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz LGA1150 CPU PCIe CLK (100 MHz) HDMI Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 PCI Express Bus D-Sub BIOS RJ45 Intel ® 4 SATA 6Gb/s 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 Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 17.4cm 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 9: Installing 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.
  • Page 10: 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 11: Internal Connectors

    Line In Jack (Blue) The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The 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.
  • Page 12 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 13 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. 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 speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
  • Page 14 7) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, 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. • PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED): Power LED Power Switch Speaker...
  • Page 15 9) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and 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 Pin No.
  • Page 16: 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 17 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 18 & 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 19 & CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) 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) &...
  • Page 20 & Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, the value is displayed according to your memory specification. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, the value is displayed according to the SPD data on the XMP memory. &...
  • Page 21: System Information

    Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Silent Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item. Manual Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds. & Fan Speed Percentage Allows you to control the fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to Manual.
  • Page 22: 2-4 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 23 System (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 24 & Limit CPUID Maximum (Note) Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) &...
  • Page 25: Peripherals

    & Network stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) & Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. &...
  • Page 26 & PCH LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. & 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.
  • Page 27 & USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. ` SATA Configuration & Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) & SATA Mode Selection Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in the Chipset to AHCI mode.
  • Page 28: Power Management

    Power Management & Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate caus- ing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting.
  • Page 29 & 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 Any Key Press any key to turn on the system.
  • Page 30: 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 31: Chapter 3 Appendix

    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. - 31 -...
  • Page 32: 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 33 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 36: Contact Us

    Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://esupport.gigabyte.com 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 eSupport •...

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