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User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-990FXR5-1001R

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  • Page 1 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-990FXR5-1001R...

  • Page 3: Identifying Motherboard Revision

    GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of docu- mentations: „ For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Box Contents ........................6 Optional Items .........................6 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Layout ..............7 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Block Diagram ............8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................9 Installation Precautions ................... 9 1-2 Product Specifications ................... 10 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler............... 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU ....................13...
  • Page 5 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) ..............57 3-1 Configuring AMD SB950 SATA Controllers ..........57 3-2 Configuring Marvell 88SE9172 SATA Controller ......... 67 ® Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ..... 72 Chapter 4 Drivers Installation ..................77 Installing Chipset Drivers ................77 Application Software ..................78 Technical Manuals ..................78 Contact......................

  • Page 6: Box Contents

    Box Contents 5 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 motherboard 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 User's Manual 5 Quick Installation Guide 5 Four SATA cables 5 I/O Shield 5 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 5 One 3-Way SLI bridge connector The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

  • Page 7: Ga-990Fxa-Ud5 R5 Motherboard Layout

    GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS_USB OPTICAL ATX_12V Socket AM3+ USB_ESATA2 Marvell ® 88SE9172 PWR_FAN USB_ESATA1 R_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO AMD 990FX PCIEX1 (Note) Realtek ® PCIEX16_1 GbE LAN GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Marvell ® PCIEX4_1 88SE9172 AMD SB950 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX4_2 CODEC B_BIOS...

  • Page 8: Ga-990Fxa-Ud5 R5 Motherboard Block Diagram

    GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz AM3+/AM3 CPU Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK Hyper Transport Bus (100 MHz) 4 USB 3.0/2.0 2 SATA 6Gb/s Switch Marvell ® ®...

  • Page 9: 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. • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    Š * D ue to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of the physical memory installed. Dual channel memory architecture Š Support for DDR3 2000 (O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules Š * T o support a DDR3 1866 MHz (and above) memory, you must install an AM3+ CPU first. Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Š ( Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio Realtek ALC1150 codec Š ® High Definition Audio Š 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Š Support for Dolby Home Theater ®...
  • Page 11 South Bridge: Š 1 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 ports on the back panel, 6 ports available through the internal USB headers) VL805 chip: ® Š 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) * B e sure to connect your USB device(s) to the USB 2.0/1.1 ports before the USB 3.0 driver is installed. (Refer to the labels in section 1-7, "Back Panel Connectors.") Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Š Connectors 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Š 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Š...
  • Page 12 Š System Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Š * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * P lease 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" and "Bundled Software" columns. Hardware Installation - 12 -...

  • Page 13: Installing The Cpu And Cpu Cooler

    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 14 B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. •...

  • Page 15: Installing The Cpu Cooler

    1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. Step 1: Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the CPU. Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. Step 3: Step 4: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug...

  • Page 16: 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 17: Installing A Memory

    1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install...

  • Page 18: 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 19: Setting Up Amd Crossfire ™ /Nvidia ® Sli ™ Configuration

    Setting up AMD CrossFire /NVIDIA Configuration ™ ® ™ A. System Requirements - Windows 8.1/8/7 operating system - A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two/three PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - Two/three CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver (Current GPUs that support 3-Way CrossFire technology include the ATI Radeon HD 3800, HD 4800, HD ™...
  • Page 20 C-2. To Enable SLI Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the Configure SLI, Surround, Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled. Hardware Installation - 20 -...

  • Page 21: Back Panel Connectors

    Back Panel Connectors 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. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
  • Page 22 Line Out Jack (Green) The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended that you connect your headphone/speaker to this 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. Mic In Jack (Pink) The Mic in jack.

  • Page 23: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU_FAN SPDIF_O SYS_FAN1/2 F_USB30 PWR_FAN F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 COMA SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 GSATA3 6/7 CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 24 1/2) ATX_12V/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 25: Bat Battery

    3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) and two 3-pin (SYS_FAN2/ PWR_FAN) system fan headers. 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 dis- sipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. CPU_FAN: Pin No.
  • Page 26 7) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by AMD SB950 South Bridge) 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 AMD South Bridge supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

  • Page 27: Front Panel Header

    9) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor 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 Power LED Speaker...
  • Page 28 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. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No.
  • Page 29 12) 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. F_USB30 F_ U Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition VBUS SSRX1- SSRX1+ SSTX2+ SSTX1- SSTX2- SSTX1+ SSRX2+ SSRX2- VBUS No Pin 13) 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...
  • Page 30 14) COMA (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition NDCD- NSIN NSOUT NDTR- NDSR- NRTS- NCTS- F_USB30 F_ U...

  • Page 31: Clear Cmos Jumper

    16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.
  • Page 32 Hardware Installation - 32 -...

  • Page 33: 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 34: Startup Screen

    Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. <F9>: SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the <F9>...

  • Page 35: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu The Main Menu On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1l) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash...
  • Page 36 BIOS Setup Menus „ M.I.T. Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your CPU and memory, etc. Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. „ System Information Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. „ BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. „ Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. „ Power Management Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions.

  • Page 37: M.i.t

    M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency,...
  • Page 38 ` M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. ` Advanced Frequency Settings & BCLK Clock Control Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 1 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. & CPU NorthBridge Frequency Allows you to alter the North Bridge controller frequency for the installed CPU.

  • Page 39: C1E Support

    ` Advanced CPU Core Features & CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. & Core Performance Boost (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable the Core Performance Boost (CPB) technology, a CPU performance-boost technology. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 40 & CPU core Control (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to manually enable/disable CPU cores. Automatic mode allows the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of cores available depends on the CPU being used). (Default: Automatic mode) & Core C6 State (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption.
  • Page 41 ` Advanced Memory Settings & Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(MHz) (Note) The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. & DRAM Timing Selectable Quick and Expert allows the memory timing settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert. & 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 42 Channel A/B Timing Settings This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when DRAM Timing Selectable is set to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.

  • Page 43: Pc Health Status

    ` PC Health Status & Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show Enabled "No" at next boot. & Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS, and then restart your system.
  • Page 44 & CPU Vcore/Dram Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V Displays the current system voltages. & CPU/System Temperature Displays current CPU/system temperature. & CPU/System/Power Fan Speed Displays current CPU/system/power fan speed. & CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60 C/140 F, 70...

  • Page 45: System Information

    System Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. & System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. &...

  • Page 46: Bios Features

    A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. 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) BIOS Setup - 46 -...

  • Page 47: Boot Mode Selection

    & OS Type Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Other OS) & CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Always Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. Never This item is configurable only when OS Type is set to Windows 8 or Windows 8 WHQL. & 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)

  • Page 48: User Password

    & User Password Allows you to configure a user password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and then press <Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all. To cancel the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, enter the correct one first. When prompted for a new password, press <Enter> without entering any password.

  • Page 49: Peripherals

    Peripherals & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card or the PCI Express graphics card. Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 1 Slot Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX4_1 slot as the first display. PCIe 2 Slot Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as the first display. PCIe 3 Slot Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX4_2 slot as the first display. PCIe 4 Slot Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX8 slot as the first display. PCIe 5 Slot PCI Sets the PCI graphics card on the PCI slot as the first display. & OnChip SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) & OnChip SATA Type (SATA3 0~SATA3 3 connectors) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the AMD Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to RAID mode. Native IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. Enables RAID for the SATA controller.

  • Page 50: Trusted Computing

    & HD Audio Azalia Device 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. & Onboard USB Device Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) & Onboard 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 51 ` SB SATA Configuration & SATA Hot Plug on PORT0~SATA Hot Plug on PORT5 Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) & SATA Power on PORT0~SATA Power on PORT5 Enables or disables each SATA port. (Default: Enabled) ` Super IO Configuration This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port.
  • Page 52 ` Marvell SATA Controller Configuration & GSATA Controller (Marvell 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6 and GSATA3 7 connectors) ® Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell 88SE9172 chip or configures ® the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. The area below displays the current status of the two SATA ports. IDE Mode D isables RAID for the SATA controllers and configures the SATA controllers to IDE mode.

  • Page 53: Power Management

    Power Management & Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month. Wake up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically. Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be effective.

  • Page 54: Power On Password

    & 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. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.

  • Page 55: 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 56 BIOS Setup - 56 -...

  • Page 57: Chapter 3 Configuring Sata Hard Drive(S)

    Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum ≥2 ≥3 ≥4 Number of Hard 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 smallest drive the smallest drive smallest drive Fault Tolerance To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A.
  • Page 58 B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Ensure OnChip SATA Channel is enabled under Peripherals. To enable RAID for the SATA3 0/1/2/3 connectors, set OnChip SATA Type to RAID. To enable RAID for the SATA3 4/SATA3 5 connectors, set OnChip SATA Type to RAID and set OnChip SATA Port4/5 Type to As SATA Type. Figure 1 Step 2: If you want to configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the settings...
  • Page 59 C-1. UEFI RAID Configuration This mode supports Windows 8.1/8 64-bit installation only. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set OS Type to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Never. (Figure 2) Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 2 Step 2: Restart your computer and press <F12> to enter the boot device configuration menu. Use the up or down arrow key to select UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell.
  • Page 60 Step 3: The Main Menu is the first screen when you enter the BIOS RAID Setup utility. Use the up or down arrow key to select Logical Drive Main Menu and press <Enter>. RAID Utility (C) 2012 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [Rev. 1.0.0.45] + Main Menu To View Or Configure The Logical Drive + Driver Information Menu + Physical Device Main Menu + Logical Drive Main Menu F10=Exit Utility hi=Move Highlight...
  • Page 61 + Logical Drive Create Menu Raid Mode <RAID 0> Stripe Block (KB) <64> Setcor Size (Bytes) <512> Initialization <Fast> Gigabyte Boundary <Enable> Read Policy <Read Ahead> Write Policy <Write Back> Ld Name + Ld Size Setting Ld Max Size 1000.21 GB...
  • Page 62 Delete an Array To delete an array, select Logical Drive Delete Menu on the Logical Drive Main Menu and press <Enter> to access the screen as shown in Figure 8. Then press <Enter> on Start To Delete. When the message "Are You Sure To Delete Logical Drive?"...
  • Page 63 C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step if you do not want to create RAID array on the SATA controller. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press <Ctrl-F> to enter RAID Option ROM Utility" (Figure 2). Press <Ctrl> + <F> to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. RAID Option ROM Version 3.3.1540.17 (c) 2011 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. No Array is defined..
  • Page 64 [ LD Define Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode LD 1 Logical Drive 1 RAID 0 Stripe Block 64 KB Initialization Fast Gigabyte Boundary Read Policy Read Ahead Write Policy WriteBack [ Drives Assignments ] Port:ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity (GB) Assignment...
  • Page 65 In the following procedure, we'll create RAID 0 as an example. Steps: 1. Under the RAID Mode section, press the <SPACE> key to select RAID 0. 2. Set the Stripe Block size. 64 KB is the default. 3. Under the Drives Assignments section, press the up or down arrow key to highlight a drive. 4.
  • Page 66 View Drive Assignments The View Drive Assignments option in the Main Menu displays whether the attached hard drives are assigned to a disk array or are unassigned. Under the Assignment column, drives are labeled with their assigned disk array or shown as Free if unassigned. Option ROM Utility (c) 2011 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 67: Configuring Marvell ® 88Se9172 Sata Controller

    3-2 Configuring Marvell 88SE9172 SATA Controller ® A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA port on the motherboard. The Marvell 88SE9172 SATA controller controls the onboard GSATA3 6/7 connectors and ®...
  • Page 68 C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed to the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press <Ctrl>+<M> to enter BIOS Setup or <Space> to continue" (Figure 2). Press <Ctrl> + <M> to enter the RAID setup utility. Marvell 88SE91xx Adapter - BIOS Version 1.0.0.0034 PCIe x1 5.0Gbps Mode: RAID [Virtual Disks] No Virtual Disk! [Physical Disks] Adapter 0...
  • Page 69 Create a RAID Array: Step 1: On the main screen, press <Enter> on the RAID tab. Then the RAID Config menu appears (Figure 4). Press <Enter> on the Create VD item. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ] RAID Config Create VD...
  • Page 70 Step 3: On the Create VD menu (Figure 6), use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar to select an item and press <Enter> to display options. Set the required items in sequence and press the down arrow key to proceed to the next item. Sequence: 1. RAID Level: Select a RAID level. Options include RAID 0 (Stripe) and RAID 1 (Mirror). 2. Stripe Size: Select the stripe block size. Options include 32 KB, 64 KB, and 128 KB. 3. Quick Init: Select whether to quickly erase old data on the hard drives when creating the array. 4.
  • Page 71 When completed, the RAID tab will display the new array (Figure 8). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Devices ] [ RAID ] [ Adapter ] [Virtual Disks] Name Size Level Status Stripe CacheMode 152.4GB RAID0 ONLINE 64KB WriteBack [Physical Disks] Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status...

  • Page 72: Installing The Sata Raid/Ahci Driver And Operating System

    Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. A. Installing Windows (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) For the AMD SB950: Step 1: You need to install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the OS installation. Use an alternative system to copy the SATA RAID/AHCI driver from the motherboard driver disk to a USB flash drive. Copy the Hw8 folder under BootDrv in the driver disk.
  • Page 73 For the Marvell 88SE9172: ® Step 1: Copy the Marvell folder under BootDrv in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive. Step 2: Boot from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting you to load the driver appears, select Browse.
  • Page 74 Rebuilding an Array: Rebuilding is the process of restoring data to a hard drive from other drives in the array. Rebuilding applies only to fault-tolerant arrays such as RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 arrays. To replace the old drive, make sure to use a new drive of equal or greater capacity.
  • Page 75 For the Marvell 88SE9172: ® Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer. To enable an automatic rebuild in the operating system, you have to set the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup utility first.
  • Page 76 Step 3: Make sure you have installed the Marvell RAID driver and Marvell Storage Utility from the motherboard driver ® ® Storage Utility by clicking the MarvellTray icon on the disk. While in the operating system, launch the Marvell ® on the desktop or the Start\Apps screen.

  • Page 77: Chapter 4 Drivers Installation

    • After "Xpress Install" installs all of the drivers, a dialog box will appear asking whether to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Click Yes to automatically install the utilities. Or click No if you want to manually select the utilities to install on the Application Software page later.

  • Page 78: Application Software

    Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. Technical Manuals This page provides the content descriptions for this driver disk.

  • Page 79: Contact

    Contact For the detailed contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices, click the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE website. System This page provides the basic system information. - 79 - Drivers Installation...

  • Page 80: Download Center

    Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE website. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed. Drivers Installation - 80 -...

  • Page 81: Chapter 5 Unique Features

    Chapter 5 Unique Features BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash and @BIOS . GIGABYTE Q-Flash ™ ™ and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode.
  • Page 82 B. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to execute. When updating the BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS file is saved. The following procedure assumes that you save the BIOS file to a USB flash drive. Step 1: 1. Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file into the computer. In the main menu of Q-Flash, select Update BIOS From Drive. • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file. •...
  • Page 83 Step 4: During the POST, press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults on the Save & Exit screen and press <Enter> to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update, so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults. Select Yes to load BIOS defaults Step 5: Select Save &...

  • Page 84: Updating The Bios With The @Bios Utility

    BIOS or a system that is unable to start. 3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing. B. Using @BIOS Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard model. Follow the on-screen instructions to...

  • Page 85: Easytune 6

    EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also includes tabbed pages for CPU and memory information, letting users read their system-related information without the need to install additional software. The EasyTune 6 Interface...
  • Page 86 Unique Features - 86 -...

  • Page 87: Chapter 6 Appendix

    Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 6-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides six audio jacks on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio. (Note) The picture to the right shows the default audio jack Center/Subwoofer Line In Speaker Out assignments. Front Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out The integrated HD (High Definition) audio provides jack retasking capability that allows the user to change...
  • Page 88 Step 2: Connect an audio device to an audio jack. The The current connected device is dialog box appears. Select the device according to the type of device you connect. Then click OK. Step 3: On the Speakers screen, click the Speaker Configuration tab.

  • Page 89: Configuring S/Pdif Out

    6-1-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jack can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: Connect a S/PDIF optical cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Connects to a S/PDIF optical cable 2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Digital Output(Optical) screen...

  • Page 90: Enabling The Dolby ® Home Theater ® Function

    6-1-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function ® ® Before Dolby Home Theater is enabled, you get only 2-channel playback output (from the front speakers) ® ® when playing 2-channel stereo sources. You must play 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel content to get 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel audio effects. With Dolby Home Theater enabled, 2-channel stereo content will be transformed into ®...

  • Page 91: Configuring Microphone Recording

    6-1-4 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: Switch to Windows desktop mode. The HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in jack (pink) on the front panel. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be used at the same time.
  • Page 92 Step 5: To open the Sounder Recorder, move the mouse cursor to the bottom left corner of the screen, click the Start icon to switch to the Start screen (or press the Windows button on the keyboard). Click the icon on the bottom left corner of the screen to access the Apps screen.

  • Page 93: Using The Sound Recorder

    Step 2: On the Recording tab, right-click on an empty space and select Show Disabled Devices. Step 3: When the Stereo Mix item appears, right-click on this item and select Enable. Then set it as the default device. Step 4: Now you can access the HD Audio Manager to configure Stereo Mix and use Sound Recorder to record the sound.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's website. Q: Why is the light of my keyboard/optical mouse still on after the computer shuts down? A: Some motherboards provide a small amount of standby power after the computer shuts down and that's why the light is still on.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting Procedure

    6-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and power cord etc. Make sure the motherboard does not short-circuit with the chassis or Isolate the short circuit.
  • Page 96 The power supply, CPU or When the computer is turned on, is the CPU cooler running? CPU socket might fail. The problem is verified and solved. The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor Check if there is display on your monitor. might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer.

  • Page 97: Regulatory Statements

    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. 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 98 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.

  • Page 99: Contact Us

    • Giga-Byte SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. - Singapore TEL: +86-24-83992342 WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.sg FAX: +86-24-83992102 • Thailand • GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY (INDIA) LIMITED - India WEB address : http://th.giga-byte.com WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.in • Vietnam • Saudi Arabia WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.vn WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.sa...
  • Page 100 WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.co.rs • Greece • Kazakhstan WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.com.gr WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.kz • Czech Republic You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.cz in the language list on the top right corner of the website. GIGABYTE eSupport • To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: http://esupport.gigabyte.com...

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