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GA-Z97X-Game Plus
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z97XGPL-1001R

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  • Page 1 GA-Z97X-Game Plus User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z97XGPL-1001R...

  • Page 2: Identifying Motherboard Revision

    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-Z97X-Game Plus Motherboard Layout ..............4 GA-Z97X-Game Plus Motherboard Block Diagram ............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU ..................10 Installing the Memory ..................10 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 11...

  • Page 4: Ga-Z97X-Game Plus Motherboard Layout

    GA-Z97X-Game Plus Motherboard Layout KB_MS CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_OPT LGA1150 R_USB USB30_LAN SYS_FAN1 AUDIO PCIEX1_1 SATA3 GA-Z97X-Game Plus Qualcomm ® PCIEX16 Atheros Killer E2201 LAN PCIEX1_2 SATA_EXPRESS Intel ® PCIEX1_3 SATA3 PCIEX8 CODEC ® PCIe to Super I/O PCI Bridge B_BIOS...

  • Page 5: Ga-Z97X-Game Plus Motherboard Block Diagram

    GA-Z97X-Game Plus Motherboard Block Diagram CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) 2 PCI Express x8 DDR3 1600/1333 MHz 1 PCI Express x16 Dual Channel Memory LGA1150 PCIe CLK HDMI (100 MHz) DVI-D Switch D-Sub PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 SATA Express...

  • 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 Multi-Graphics Support for 3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFire and 2-Way NVIDIA Technology ™ ® ™ Š Technology Storage Interface Š Chipset: 1 x M.2 PCIe connector 1 x SATA Express connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~5) (M.2, SATA Express, and SATA3 4/5 connectors can only be used one at a time. The SATA3 4/5 connectors will become unavailable when an M.2 SSD is installed.) Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 Chipset:...
  • Page 9 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.5cm 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 10: 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 11: Installing An Expansion Card

    Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth. The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4...

  • Page 12: Back Panel Connectors

    C. Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the AMD Catalyst Control Center. Browse to Performance\AMD CrossFireX and ensure the Enable AMD CrossFireX check box is selected. If your ™ system have more than two CrossFire cards, select the GPU combination you want to use and click Apply.
  • Page 13 Triple-Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS. Only dual-display configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

  • Page 14: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X4 F_AUDIO SPDIF_O CPU_FAN F_USB30 SYS_FAN1/2/3 F_USB1/F_USB2 CPU_OPT COMA SATA_EXPRESS SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 CLR_CMOS F_PANEL 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 15: Fan Headers

    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 16 B S S 1 2 3 5) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is 4-pin and possesses 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.

  • Page 17: Front Panel Header

    B S_ 8) M.2 (M.2 Connector) You can insert an M.2 SSD into this connector. Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then screw the nut first.
  • Page 18 10) 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 19 13) 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)

  • Page 20: 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 21: Startup Screen

    Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: F2) Function Keys There are three different BIOS modes as follows and you can use the <F2> key to switch between these modes. The Startup Guide screen (default) simplifies conventional complicated BIOS setup menus and presents only the most frequently used options in the easy-to-use interface.

  • Page 22: M.i.t

    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 23 & Host Clock Value This value is determined by multiplying the Host/PCIe Clock Frequency value by the Processor Base Clock (Gear Ratio) value. & Processor Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 4000 MHz. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 24 & Hyper-Threading Technology (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that ® supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 25 & 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 26 & 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 & CPU/CPU OPT/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.

  • Page 27: System Information

    & 3rd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN3 Connector) Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You Normal can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Fast Boot

    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.

  • Page 30: Boot Mode Selection

    & Intel Virtualization Technology (Note) Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization ® ® Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) &...

  • Page 31: Peripherals

    & Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. & Ipv6 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. &...

  • Page 32: Audio Controller

    & 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. This mode is similar to Auto, but it adds the capability to route the ports to xHCI or EHCI according to setting used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the pre-boot environment.

  • Page 33: Hot Plug

    & PCIE Slot Configuration (PCH) Specifies the operating bandwidth for the PCIEX4 slot. Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting depending on the expansion card Auto being installed. (Default) PCIEX4 operates at x1 mode. PCIEX4 operates at x4 mode. ` SATA Configuration & Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers.

  • Page 34: Power Management

    Power Management & Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting.

  • Page 35: Power Management

    & 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 Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system. Password Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.

  • Page 36: 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 37: Chapter 3 Appendix

    Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 ≥3 ≥4 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 38 4. Under Select Disks item, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array. Press the <Space> key on the hard drives to be selected (selected hard drives are marked with "X"). Then set the stripe block size. The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB.

  • Page 39: 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. - 39 -...

  • Page 40: 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 41 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

    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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