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F_AUDIO F_USB2 CODEC M_BIOS Box Contents 5 GA-D525TUD or GA-D425TUD motherboard 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 One SATA cable 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.
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. •...
Support for DDR3 800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor: ...
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Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm * 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"...
• 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.
Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The default 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.
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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x10 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.
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DEBUG PORT 5) SATA2_0/1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition SATA2_1 SATA2_0 6) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header) This header can be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to indicate system power status.
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8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, 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. Power RES+ Reset Switch RES- Switch...
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10) 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)
To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. 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.
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Item Help PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) [Auto] Menu Level ******** Mother Board Voltage Control ******** Voltage Types Normal Current ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> CPU CPU Vcore 1.156V [Auto] >>>...
& Time (hh:mm:ss) Sets the system time. & IDE Channel 0, 1 Master IDE Channel 0, 1 Master Configure your SATA devices by using one of the three methods below: None If no SATA devices are used, set this item to None so the system will skip the •...
& Password Check 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 Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) Setup A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program.
Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Integrated Peripherals Item Help SATA AHCI Mode [IDE] Menu Level Azalia Codec [Auto] Onboard H/W LAN [Enabled] Green LAN [Disabled] SMART LAN [Press Enter] Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8/IRQ4] Onboard Serial Port 2...
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& Onboard LAN Boot ROM Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default: Disabled) & Onboard Serial Port 1 Enables or disables the first serial port and specifies its base I/O address and corresponding interrupt. Options are: Auto, 3F8/IRQ4 (default), 2F8/IRQ3, 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3, Disabled.
Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Power Management Setup Power Management Setup Item Help ACPI Suspend Type [S3(STR)] Menu Level Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN [Instant-Off] PME Event Wake Up [Enabled] Power On by Ring [Enabled]...
& HPET Mode (Note) Allows you to select the HPET mode for your Windows 7/Vista operating system. Select 32-bit mode when you install 32-bit Windows 7/Vista; select 64-bit mode when you install 64-bit Windows 7/Vista. This item is configurable only if the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: 32-bit mode) &...
PC Health Status CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software PC Health Status Item Help Reset Case Open Status [Disabled] Menu Level Case Opened Vcore 1.220V DDR15V 1.504V +3.3V 3.392V +12V 12.048V Current CPU Temperature Current CPU FAN Speed 3375 RPM Current SYSTEM FAN Speed 0 RPM...
Load Fail-Safe Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Set Supervisor Password Integrated Peripherals Set User Password Power Management Setup Save &...
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords: & Supervisor Password When a system password is set and the Password Check item in Advanced BIOS Features is set to Setup, you must enter the supervisor password for entering BIOS Setup and making BIOS changes. When the Password Check item is set to System, you must enter the supervisor password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup.
Chapter 3 Appendix Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot below.
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