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GA-Z270-HD3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z270HD3-1001R
For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website.
To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product
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  • Page 1 GA-Z270-HD3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z270HD3-1001R 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.
  • Page 2 Dec. 9, 2016 Dec. 9, 2016 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents GA-Z270-HD3 Motherboard Layout ................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................5 Installation Precautions ..................5 1-2 Product Specifications ..................6 Installing the CPU .................... 9 Installing the Memory ..................9 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 10 Back Panel Connectors .................. 10 Internal Connectors ..................

  • Page 4: Ga-Z270-Hd3 Motherboard Layout

    GA-Z270-HD3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 D_SUB LGA1151 R_USB30 USB30_LAN AUDIO PCIEX1_1 GA-Z270-HD3 Intel ® PCIEX16 SYS_FAN2 GbE LAN ® Super I/O Intel Z270 ® PCIe to PCIEX1_2 PCI Bridge PCIEX4_1 CODEC PCI1 B_BIOS M_BIOS PCIEX4_2 SPDIF_O CLR_CMOS F_USB1...

  • Page 5: 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 6: 1-2 Product Specifications

    1-2 Product Specifications Support for 7th and 6th generation Intel Core i7 processors/ Š ® ™ Intel Core i5 processors/Intel Core i3 processors/ ® ™ ® ™ Intel Pentium processors/Intel Celeron processors in the LGA1151 package ® ® ® ® (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Š...
  • Page 7 Storage Interface 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 installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors. Chipset: Š 8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector...
  • Page 8 BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash Š Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Š Support for DualBIOS Š ™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Š Unique Features Š Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.

  • Page 9: Installing The Cpu

    Installing the CPU 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 10: Installing An Expansion Card

    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.
  • Page 11 HDMI Port The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192 KHz/16bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2160@24 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.

  • Page 12: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X4 SPDIF_O F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 CPU_FAN F_USB1/F_USB2 SYS_FAN1/2/3 SATA EXPRESS SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 M2A_32G CLR_CMOS F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT 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.
  • 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. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
  • Page 14 B S_ S B_ 5) SATA EXPRESS (SATA Express Connector) Each SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device. 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.
  • Page 15 Installation Notices for the M.2 and SATA Connectors: Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability of the SATA connectors may be affected by the type of device installed in the M2A_32G connector. The M2A_32G connector shares bandwidth with the SATA3 0 connector. Refer to the following table for details.
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 (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) USB DX- USB DY- No Pin USB DX+ •...
  • Page 18 B S S 15) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition LCLK LAD0 LFRAME No Pin LRESET SB3V 1 2 3 SERIRQ LAD3 LAD2 VCC3 LAD1 16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    18) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT (Status LEDs) The status LEDs show the current state of the CPU, memory, graphics card, and BIOS. If a particular LED is on, that means the corresponding device is not working normally. USB 0_ B CPU: CPU status LED DRAM: Memory status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED DRAM...

  • Page 20: Startup Screen

    Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: T3) Function Keys There are two different BIOS modes as follows and you can use the <F2> key to switch between the two modes. The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings.
  • Page 21 ` Advanced Frequency Settings & CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. &...
  • Page 22 & Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Power Limit Time Allows you to set the power limit for CPU Turbo mode and how long it takes to operate at the specified power limit. If the specified value is exceeded, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power. Auto sets the current limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) & Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) & No. of CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in an Intel multi-core CPU (the number of CPU...
  • Page 23 & CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel ® ® EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease average power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 24 S kip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory Enable Fast Boot boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. & Memory Enhancement Settings Provides several memory performance enhancement settings: Normal (basic performance), Relax OC, Enhanced Stability, and Enhanced Performance. (Default: Normal) & Memory Timing Mode Manual and Advanced Manual allows the Memory Multiplier Tweaker, Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual.
  • Page 25 ` DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options. ` PC Health Status & Reset Case Open Status Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Disabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will Enabled show "No" at next boot.

  • Page 26: System

    & Fan Speed Displays current fan speeds. & Temperature Warning Control Sets the warning threshold for 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 &...

  • Page 27: Bios

    BIOS & Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On) & Security Option Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item. A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. Setup A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program.
  • Page 28 & SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. (Default) Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
  • Page 29 & Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default) Legacy UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only. This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. & Other PCI devices Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Do not launch Disables option ROM. Enables legacy option ROM only. Legacy UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. &...

  • Page 30: Peripherals

    Peripherals & 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_1 slot as the first display. PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX4_2 slot as the first display. PCIe 3 Slot & EZ RAID Allows you to quickly set up a RAID array. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. & Ambient LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED function. (Default: On) & Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Enables or disables Intel PTT Technology.
  • Page 31 ` Intel(R) Bios Guard Technology Enables or disables the Intel BIOS Guard feature, which protects the BIOS from malicious attacks. ® ` Network Stack Configuration & 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.

  • Page 32: Chipset

    & SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Enables RAID for the SATA controller. Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration AHCI C onfigures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) & Aggressive LPM Support Enables or disables the power saving feature, ALPM (Aggressive Link Power Management), for the Chipset SATA controllers.

  • Page 33: Power

    & 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 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.
  • Page 34 & 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.

  • Page 35: 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 36: Chapter 3 Appendix

    Chapter 3 Appendix Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 ≥3 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...
  • Page 37 C-2. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10/8.1 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Step: 1. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set Windows 8/10 Features to Windows 8/10 and CSM Support to Disabled. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. 2. After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology sub-menu.

  • Page 38: Drivers Installation

    Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. Installing the Operating System As some operating systems already include Intel SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate ® RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below: 1.

  • Page 39: Regulatory Statements

    Regulatory Statements Regulatory Notices 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 information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing.
  • Page 40 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 44: Contact Us

    Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Road, Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231,Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4005 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 GIGABYTE eSupport • To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: http://esupport.gigabyte.com...

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