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1. 20 2 Pin No Definition Pin No Definition i 1 LCLK 11 LADO 2 GND 12 GND 3 LFRAME 13 NC 4 NoPin 14 ID 5 LRESET 15 SB3V 6 NC 16 SERIRQ EE 7 LAD3 17 GND 8 LAD2 18 NC 9 VCC3 19 NC 10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK Hardware Installation 28 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS Basic Input and Output System records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard Its major functions include conducting the Power On Self Test POST during system startup saving system parameters and loading operating system etc BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features When the power is turned off the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS To access the BIOS Setup program press the lt Delete gt key during the POST when the power is turned on To upgrade the BIOS use either the GIGABYTE Q Flash or BIOS utility e Q Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system e QBIOS is a Windows based utility that searches and downloads the latest ver
2. cO co N D O B DN ce e Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket 2x5 pin cable into the USB header A e Prior to installing the USB bracket be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket 2l Hardware Installation 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 GND NDSR NRTS NCTS NRI No Pin cO co I BR ND gt Seq pA u ABA HG 15 TPM Trusted Platform Module Header You may connect a TPM Trusted Platform Module to this header 19 1
3. Sse EI RE Hardware Installation 26 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 1 20 11 Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 VBUS 11 D2 2 SSRX1 12 D2 3 SSRX1 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2 5 SSTX1 15 SSTX2 6 SSTX1 16 GND ri GND 17 SSRX2 8 D1 18 SSRX2 9 D1 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin 13 F USB1 F USB2 F USB3 USB 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 Power 5V Power 5V USB DX USB DY USB DX USB DY GND GND No Pin NC
4. Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel The LED S0 On is on when the system is operating The LED is off when the system is in S3 SS S4 S5 Off S4 sleep state or powered off S5 PW Power Switch Red Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Power Management for more information SPEAK Speaker Orange Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup HD Hard Drive Activity LED Blue Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data RES Reset Switch Green Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart Cl Chassis Intrusion Header Gray Connects to the chassis intrusion switch sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch sensor ER The front panel design may differ by chassis front panel module mainly consists of power switch reset switch power LED hard drive activity LED speaker and etc When connecting your chassis
5. This device complies with part 15 ofthe FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful and 2 this device must accept any inference received including that may cause undesired operation Representative Person s Name ERIC LU Signature Eric Lu Date Aug 23 2013 Copyright 2013 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 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 Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product GIGABYTE provides the following types of docu mentations M For quick set up of the product read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product M For detailed product information carefully read the User s Manual For product related information check on our website at http www gigabyte com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard looks like this REV X X For example REV 1 0 means the revision of the motherboard is 1 0 Check your motherboard revisi
6. e 5 1 channel audio Front speaker out Rear speaker out and Center Subwoofer speaker out e 7 1 channel audio Front speaker out Rear speaker out Center Subwoofer speaker out and Side speaker out fT Appendix Step 2 Connect an audio device to an audio jack The Please select a function dialog box appears Select the device according to the type of device you connect Then click OK Step 3 Go to the Speaker screen On the Speaker Setting and Test tab select 2 4 6 or 8 channel speaker according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up Then the speaker setup is completed B Configuring Sound Effect You may configure an audio environment on the Sound Effects tab C Activating an AC 97 Front Panel Audio Module If your chassis provides an AC 97 front panel audio module to activate the AC 97 functionality click the Advanced Nc bo Options icon on the bottom right corner to open the d Advanced Options dialog box Do not select the Enable front panel jack detection check box Click OK to complete nn SPDIF HDM hone D Muting the Back Panel Audio For HD Audio Only Click the Advanced Options icon on the bottom right corner to open the Advanced Options dialog box Select the When plug in Headphone mute Speaker check box m Click OK to complete Advanced Option s SPDIF HDMI hone Appendix 78 6 1 2 Configuring S PDIF Out The S PDIF Out jack can transmit audio sig
7. BIOS BIOS allows you to update the system BIOS while in the Windows environment BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the nearest BIOS server site and update the BIOS 5 1 1 Updating the BIOS with the Q Flash Utility A Before You Begin 1 From GIGABYTE s website download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model 2 Extract the file and save the new BIOS file e g 970AUD3P F1 to your USB flash drive or hard drive Note The USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32 16 12 file system 3 Restart the system During the POST press the lt End gt key to enter Q Flash Note You can access Q Flash by either pressing the lt End gt key during the POST or pressing the lt F8 gt key in BIOS Setup However if the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller use the lt End gt key during the POST to access Q Flash Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky please do it with caution Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction 69 Unique Features 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
8. Ld Size SB Size Sector Size Write Policy 2 GBT RAID 0 999 99 GB 64 512 Read Ahead Write Bact Ld Status Functional Bga State None Bga Type None Logical Drive Member List Hitachi HDT721032SLA360 500 40 GB Hitachi HDT721032SLA360 500 40 GB Start To Delete _ NM F10 Exit Utility Esc Previous Page Read Policy l l 1 Move Highlight Figure 8 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 56 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 lt Ctrl F gt to enter RAID Option ROM Utility Figure 2 Press Ctrl lt F gt 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 Press lt Ctrl F gt to enter RAID Option ROM Utility Figure 2 Step 2 Main Menu This is the first option screen when you enter the BIOS RAID Setup utility Figure 3 To view the disk drives assigned to arrays press 1 to enter the View Drive Assignments window To create an array press 2 to enter the LD View LD Define Menu window To delete an array press 3 to enter the Delete LD Menu window To view con
9. 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 GIGABYTE DualBIOS NE EL O 4 e gt 2N 3 E A v AS Tm System BIOS Features Power Management Save amp Exit Q Flash Enabled RAID OnChip SATA Port4 5 Type As SATA Enabled Enabled 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 and exit BIOS Setup Refer to C 2 for more information The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 52 C 1 UEFI RAID Configuration This mode supports Windows 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 GIGABYTE DualBIOS This option controls if CSM will be Hard Drive BBS Priorities launched CD DUD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Bootup NumLock State Security Option Full Screen LOGO Show OS Type Select Screen 11 Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select Network stack sable PU PD Change Opt F1 3D Mode Administrator Password Previous
10. array Press lt Esc gt to return to Main Menu and press lt Esc gt again if you want to exit the RAID BIOS utility 59 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 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 Port ID Drive Model Capabilities i Assignment 01 00 WDC WD800JD 22LSA0 SATA 3G S M A R T Health Extent 1 02 00 WDC WD800JD 22LSA0 SATA 3G S M A R T Extent 1 tT Up 4 Down PaUp PaDn Switch Page Ctrl H Secure Erase ESC Exit Figure 9 Delete an Array The Delete Array menu option allows for deletion of disk array assignments Deleting an existing disk array could result in loss of data Record all array information including the array type the disk members and stripe block size in case you wish to undo a deletion 1 To delete an array press lt 3 gt in the Main Menu to enter the Delete LD Menu Then highlight the array you wish to delete and press the lt Delete gt key or the lt Alt gt lt D gt keys 2 The View LD Definition Menu will appear as shown in Figure 10 showing which drives are assigned to this array Press lt Ctrl gt lt Y gt if you are sure to delete the array or other keys to abort 3 When the array
11. 12CF1 1CM001 3 R AUDIO SYS FAN1 o PCIEX1_1 mmm AMD 970 2 5p Y D Al ES ealtdk PCIEX16 O EE vv E PCIEX1 2 e GA 970A UD3P doveb PCIEX1_3 AMD SB950 SYS_FAN2 B BIOS H M BIOS PCIEX4 5 PCI1 zi EE SATA3 A PCI2 AUDIO EE Se 5 EK SPDIF O TPM COMA F USB30 F USB3F USB2 F USB1 Note Due to a hardware limitation the PCIEX1 1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card For a longer expansion card use other expansion slots 7 F PANEL GA 970A UD3P Motherboard Block Diagram AM3 AM3 CPU Hyper Transport CPU CLK 200 MHz DDR3 2000 0 C 1866 1600 1333 1066 MHz l Dual Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 PCle CLK 100 MHz Bus 3 PCI Express x1 RJ45 iE Realtek VIA GE LAN vigos lt AMD 970 PCle CLK PCI Express Bus 16 xt t pd x1 1x1 100 MHz PCI Express Bus PCI Express Bus Db 6 SATA 6Gb s 1 p il 14 USB 2 0 1 1 Jj I NN on PCle CLK AMD SB950 jiu 100 MHz 1 PCI Express x4 pisos PCI Bus pc nes Bus Super I O PS 2 KB Mouse CODEC 555 09 at OOO S50 o O S555 25 tL c I lt x 2x C3 C O ood o Q o Tp DA 0 0D 2 PCI SDS po Qc oo EK o D PCI CLK T 33 MHz D O ER For detailed product information limitation s refer to 1 2 Product Specifications JB Chapter 1 Hard
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13. DIN are to be used the total number of hard drives must be an even number e ARAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives The total number of hard drives does not have to be an even number ARAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives BAT Battery The battery provides power to keep the values such as BIOS configurations date and time information in the CMOS when the computer is turned off Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost ER e A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives If more than two hard drives You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery 1 Tum off your computer and unplug the power cord 2 Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery holder making them short for 5 seconds 3 Replace the battery eS 4 Plug in the power cord and restart your computer Always tur
14. Default Disabled This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller gt gt Disabled Disables option ROM Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only Default bp UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only gt gt Legacy First Enables legacy option ROM first gt gt UEFI First Enables UEFI option ROM first This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always 43 BIOS Setup Other PCI Device ROM Priority 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 Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only bp UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only Default 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 Disable 7 pv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled 7 pv6 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled z7 Administrator Password Allows you to configure an administrator password Press Enter on this item type the password and then press Enter You will be requested to confirm the passwor
15. Slope PWM item Disabled Allows the fan to run at full speeds Slope PWM Allows you to control the fan speed This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to Manual Options are 0 75 PWM value C 2 50 PWM value C 1st System Fan Speed Control SYS FAN1 Connector Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed Normal X Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements Default Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds bp Manual X Allows you to control the fan speed under the Slope PWM item Disabled Allows the fan to run at full speeds Slope PWM Allows you to control the fan speed This item is configurable only when 1st System Fan Speed Control is set to Manual Options are 0 75 PWM value C 2 50 PWM value C BIOS Setup 40 GIGABYTE DualBIOS BIOS Features Peripherals Power Management Save 8 Exit Q Flash BIOS ID System Language English Administrator 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 gt 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 lt Enter gt to
16. Values User Password Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information F10 Save amp Exit y F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Copyright C 2013 American Megatrends Inc Figure 2 Step 2 Restart your computer and press lt F12 gt to enter the boot device configuration menu Use the up or down arrow key to select UEFI Built in EFI Shell Press Enter to access the screen as shown in Figure 3 Follow the steps below and enter the commands to access the RAID setup utility 1 Enter drvcfg at Shell and press lt Enter gt Shell drvcfg 2 When Drv XX Ctrl XX Lang eng appears enter the following commands at Shell again Shell drvcfg s XX XX XXs are the values shown in the brackets after Drv and Ctrl above which may vary by hard drives Then press Enter to enter the RAID setup utility cuum running mode ios Removable HardDisk Alias hd12d0b blk PciRoot 0x0 Pci 0x10 0x0 USB 0x3 0x0 HD 1 MBR 0x016777a6 0x3f Ox1el fc0 Removable CDRom Alias cc i d PciRoot 0x0 Pci 0x11 0x0 Scsi 0x2 0x0 CDROM 0x1 0x6e OX1A0263 1 seconds to skip startup nsh any other key to continue Configurable Components Drv 59 Ctrl CF Lang eng Figure 3 53 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 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 RAI
17. architecture Support for DDR3 2000 O C 1866 1600 1333 1066 MHz memory modules To support a DDR3 1866 MHz and above memory you must install an AM3 CPU first Go to GIGABYTE s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules Audio 2 VIA VT2021 codec High Definition Audio 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel Support for S PDIF Out LAN Realtek GbE LAN chip 10 100 1000 Mbit sx Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot running at x16 PCIEX16 For optimum performance if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot 1 x PCI Express x16 slot running at x4 PCIEX4 3 x PCI Express x1 slots All PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2 0 standard 2 x PCI slots Storage Interface South Bridge 6x SATA 6Gb s connectors Support for RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 and JBOD KI USB South Bridge 14 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 8 ports on the back panel 6 ports available through the internal USB headers VIA VL805 chip 4USB3 0 2 0 ports 2 ports on the back panel 2 ports available through the internal USB header Hardware Installation qas Internal goe ni Connectors 9 1 x 24 pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8 pin ATX 12V power connector 6 x SATA 6Gb s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x power fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front pa
18. front panel module to this header make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly 25 Hardware Installation 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 Definition Pin No Definition 1 MIC2 L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 0 4 ACZ DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out R 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2 L 9 Line Out L HAS 10 GND 10 NC The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default If your chassis provides an AC 97 ER front panel audio module refer to the instructions on how to activate AC 97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter
19. is deleted the screen will return to Delete LD Menu Press lt Esc gt to return to Main Menu Option ROM Utility c 2011 Advanced Micro Devices Inc LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv Capacity GB LD 1 GBT RAID 0 2 80 Stripe Block 64 KB Sector Size 512 B Read Policy Read Ahead Write Policy WriteBack Port ID Drive Model W D800JD 22L lt Capabilities Capacity GB 01 00 02 00 Press Ctrl Y to delete the data in the disk or press any other key to abort Figure 10 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 60 3 2 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 8 7 The following instructions use Windows 8 as the example operating system 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 Step 2 Boot from the Windows 8 setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps When the screen requesting you to load the driver appears select Browse Step 3 Then browse to the USB flash drive and select the location of the driver The locations of the drivers are as follows RAID driver for Windows 8 32 bit Hw8 RAID x86 RAID driver for Windows 8 64 bit Hw81RAID x64 AHCI driver for Windows 8 32 bit Hw8 AHCI W8 AHC
20. or only when you enter BIOS Setup After configuring this item set the password s under the Administrator Password User Password item gt gt Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup 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 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 gt gt Always Enables UEFI CSM Default gt gt Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only This item is configurable only when OS Type is set to Windows 8 Boot Mode Selection Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot gt gt UEFI and Legacy Allows booting from operating systems that support legacy option ROM or UEFI option ROM Default gt gt Legacy Only Allows booting from operating systems that only support legacy Option ROM gt gt UEFI Only Allows booting from operating systems that only support UEFI Option ROM This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller
21. screen press Enter to continue the driver installation After the driver installation you can proceed with the Windows XP installation 63 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 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 The procedures below assume a new drive is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array While in the operating system make sure the Chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disk Then install the AMD RAID Utility go to Application SoftwareWnstall Application Software and select AMD RAID Utility to install Then launch the AMD RAIDXpert from All Programs in the Start Menu AMD AMD RAIDXpert RAIDXpert Logical Drive Information Information settings rmation Step 1 Step 2 Enter the login ID and password default admin Select the RAID array to be rebuilt under Logical and then click Sign in to launch AMD RAIDXpert Drive View and click the Rebuild tab in the Logical Drive Information pane AMD AMD RAIDXpert Language gt Engish Show Fvent Contactus Logout Help RAIDXpert V Administrative Took Logical Drive Information Step 3 Step 4 Select one available drive and click Start Now to The rebuilding progress is dis
22. switch between the Month Date and Year fields and use the Page Up or Page Down key to set the desired value System Time Sets the system time The time format is hour minute and second For example 1 p m is 13 0 0 Use Enter to switch between the Hour Minute and Second fields and use the Page Up or Page Down key to set the desired value Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used If no password is set the default will display as Administrator The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all ATA Port Information This section provides information on the device connected to each SATA port controlled by AMD Chipset 41 BIOS Setup 2 5 BIOS Features GIGABYTE Boot Option 2 Hard Drive BBS Priorities t Option ROM t Option Control vice ROM Priority Network stack Administrator Password elle i 41 2 Boot Option 2 Hard Drive BBS Priorities Bootup NumLock State Security Option Full Screen LOGO Show joot Option ROM t Option Control vice ROM Priority Network stack Administrator Password 7 Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices For example you can set hard drive as the first priority Boot Option 1 and DVD ROM drive as the second priority Boot Option 2 The list only displ
23. use and Privacy Policy Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer Version 7 0 1710 2246 Google Toolbar makes web browsing more convenient Search from any website Translate web pages instantly Share your favorite sites with friend By installing this application you agree to the Google Toolbar Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Policy 608 Chapter5 Unique Features 5 1 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools Q Flash and QBIOS GIGABYTE Q Flash and BIOS are easy to use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS DOS mode Additionally this motherboard features the DualBIOS design which enhances protection for the safety and stability of your computer by adding one more physical BIOS chip What is DualBIOS Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard a main BIOS and a backup BIOS Normally the system works on the main BIOS However if the main BIOS is corrupted or damaged the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot and copy the BIOS file to the main BIOS to ensure normal system operation For the sake of system safety users cannot update the backup BIOS manually What is Q Flash With Q Flash you can update the system BIOS without having to enter operating systems like MS DOS or Window first Embedded in the BIOS the Q Flash tool frees you from the hassles of going through complicated BIOS flashing process What is
24. 2 Check if Audio Device on High Definition Audio Bus or Unknown device is present in Device Manager or Sound video and game controllers If yes please disable this device If not skip this step Step 3 Then go back to My Computer gt Properties gt Hardware gt Device Manager gt System devices and right click on Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for High Definition Audio and select Disable and Uninstall Step 4 In Device Manager right click on the computer name and select Scan for hardware changes When the Add New Hardware Wizard appears click Cancel Then install the onboard HD audio driver from the moth erboard driver disk or download the audio driver from GIGABYTE s website to install For more details go to the Support amp Downloads FAQ page on our website and search for onboard HD audio driver 83 Appendix 6 2 2 Troubleshooting Procedure If you encounter any troubles during system startup follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem 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 other metal objects Yes Isolate the short circuit No The problem is verified and solved Secure the CPU cooler Check if the CPU cooler is attached to the CPU securely Is the onthe CPU Connect the power connector of the CPU cooler connected to the CPU_FAN header properly CPU cooler powe
25. 6 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously If you want to mute the back panel audio only supported when using an HD front panel audio module refer to Chapter 6 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio e Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments please contact the chassis manufacturer 11 SPDIF O S PDIF Out Header This header supports digital S PDIF Out and connects a S PDIF digital audio cable provided by expansion cards for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards For example some graphics cards may require you to use a S PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time For information about connecting the S PDIF digital audio cable carefully read the manual for your expansion card Pin No Definition 8 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND
26. A Recording Sound Playback Recording sounds Communications Select a recording device below to modify its settings Microphone VIA High Definition Audio Default Device Line In v VIA High Definition Audio 2 Not plugged in Show Disabled Devices Show Disconnected Devices Set Default Properties Clee tem Playback Recording sounds Communications Select a recording device below to modify its settings Microphone VIA High Definition Audio Line In VIA High Definition Audio Not plugged in Stereo Mix VIA High Definition Audio Disabled Set as Default Device Set as Default Communication Device Show Disabled Devices Show Disconnected Devices Properties 1 Make sure you have connected the sound input device e g microphone to the computer 2 To record the audio click the Start Recording button serres 3 To stop recording audio click the Stop Recording button sorreran Be sure to save the recorded audio file upon completion B Playing the Recorded Sound You can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format Appendix 82 6 2 Troubleshooting 6 2 1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard please go to the Support amp Downloads FAQ page on GIGABYTE s website Q Why is the light of my keyboard optica
27. AID Mode section press the SPACE key to select RAID 0 Set the Stripe Block size 64 KB is the default Under the Drives Assignments section press the up or down arrow key to highlight a drive Press the SPACE key or Y to change the Assignment option to Y This action adds the drive to the disk array The Drv section will show the number of disks assigned Press Ctrl Y keys to save the information The message in Figure 6 will appear Press lt Ctrl gt lt Y gt to input the array name If you do not input the array name the default array name will be used Please press Ctrl Y key to input the LD Name or press any key to exit If you do not input any LD name the default LD name will be used Figure 6 When the next message appears press lt Ctrl gt lt Y gt to clear the MBR or press other keys to ignore this option Then the message in Figure 8 will appear Fast Initialization Option has been selected It will erase the MBR data of the disk Press Ctrl Y Key if you are sure to erase it lt Press any other key to ignore this option Figure 7 Press lt Ctrl gt lt Y gt to set the capacity of the RAID array or press other keys to set the array to its maximum capacity Press Ctrl Y to Modify Array Capacity or press any other key to use maximum capacity Figure 8 After the creation is complete the screen will return to LD View Menu where you will see the newly created
28. D Utility C 2012 Advanced Micro Devices Inc Rev 1 0 0 45 TU SNN Main Menu To View Or Configure The Logical Drive Driver Information Menu Physical Device Main Menu Logical Drive Main Menu F10 Exit Utility 1 4 Move Highlight lt Enter gt Select Option Esc Previous Page Figure 4 Step 4 To create an array press Enter on Logical Drive Create Menu RAID Utility C 2012 Advanced Micro Devices Inc Rev 1 0 0 45 SS EO Logical Drive Main Menu To Create The Logical Drive Logical Drive List Menu Logical Drive Create Menu Logical Drive Delete Menu F10 Exit Utility 1 Move Highlight lt Enter gt Select Option Esc Previous Page Figure 5 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 54 Step 5 Usable hard drives are listed on the Logical Drive Create Menu Use the up or down arrow key to select the hard drive to be included in the array and press the Space key The selected hard drives will be marked with X Then move to Basic Setting and press Enter RAID Utility C 2012 Advanced Micro Devices Inc Rev 1 0 0 45 Usable Physical Disk On Port 4 Targetld 1 Logical Drive Create Menu Usable Physical Drive List Hitachi HDT721032SLA360 500 10 GB Hitachi HDT721032SLA360 500 10 GB Basic Setting F10 Exit Utility 1 Move Highlight lt Space gt Toggle Checkbox Esc Previous Page Figure 6 Step 6 Use the up or down arrow key to move to and configure e
29. GA 970A UD3P User s Manual Rev 1001 12ME 970AU3P 1001R Declaration of Conformity We Manufacturer Importer G B T Technology Trading GMbH Address Bullenkoppel 16 22047 Hamburg Germany Declare that the product Product Type Motherboard Product Name GA 970A UD3P conforms with the essential requirements of the following directives x 2004 108 EC EMC Directive DX Conduction amp Radiated Emissions EN 55022 2010 DJ Immunity EN 55024 2010 x Power line harmonics EN 61000 3 2 2006 A2 2009 x Power line flicker EN 61000 3 3 2008 X 2006 95 EC LVD Directive X Safety EN60950 1 2006 A12 2011 x 2011 65 EU RoHS Directive DX Restriction of use of certain This product does not contain any of the restricted substances in electronic equipment substances listed in Annex Il in concentrations and applications banned by the directive X CE marking EC conformity marking Signature Timmy Huang Stamp Date Aug 23 2013 Name Timmy Huang DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2 1077 a Responsible Party Name G B T INC U S A Address 17358 Railroad Street City of Industry CA 91748 Phone Fax No 626 854 9338 626 854 9326 hereby declares that the product Product Name Motherboard Model Number GA 970A UD3P Conforms to the following specifications FCC Part 15 Subpart B Section 15 107 a and Section 15 109 a Class B Digital Device Supplementary Information
30. I driver for Windows 8 64 bit Hw8 AHCI W864A For Windows 7 browse to the Hw7 folder Step 4 When a screen as shown in Figure 1 appears select AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver and continue the OS installation M Hide drivers that aren t compatible with this computer s hardware 61 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s B Installing Windows XP Before installing Windows XP connect a USB floppy disk drive to your computer first because you need to install the SATA RAID AHCI driver from a floppy disk that contains the driver during the OS installation Without the driver the hard drive s may not be recognized during the Windows setup process First copy the driver from the motherboard driver disk to a floppy disk Refer to the methods below Method A e For the AMD SB950 copy all files in the BootDrv Hxp folder to your floppy disk Method B Steps 1 Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk 2 From your optical drive folder double click the Menu exe file in the BootDrv folder A Command Prompt window will open similar to that in Figure 2 3 3 Insert the blank formatted disk if you re using a USB floppy disk drive make sure it is designated as drive A Select the controller driver by pressing the corresponding letter from the menu and press Enter For example from the menu in Figure 2 for the AMD SB950 select 6 hseries AHCI RAID for XP Your syst
31. 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 CPU FAN Pin No Definition 1 GND 1 2 12V Speed Control CPU FAN 3 Sense 4 Speed Control i SYS_FAN1 i Pin No Definition 2 12V Speed Control SYS FAN 3 Sense 4 Reserve a SYS_FAN2 PWR_FAN 8 AA Pin No Definition 1 1 GND SYS FAN2 PWR FAN 2 12V 3 Sense e Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks Do not place a jumper cap on the headers 6 CLR CMOS Clear CMOS Jumper Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults To clear the CMOS values use a metal object like a screwdr
32. XP operating system please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later After installing the SP1 or later if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in Device Manager please remove the question mark by right clicking your mouse and select Uninstall and restart the system The system will then autodetect and install the USB 2 0 driver GA Please ignore the popup dialog box es e g the Found New Hardware Wizard displayed 65 Drivers Installation 4 2 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 A GIGABYTE Install Application Programs Click the Install button on the right of an application to install it EasyTune 6 a EN An easy to use Windows based system enhancement utility allowing quick access to a ariety of performance features BIOS BIOS provides utility for updating BIOS through internet Smart Recovery 2 7 Windows 8 operating system Smart Recovery 2 supports NTFS file system and can restore system data on PATA and SATA hard drives 4 3 Technical Manuals This page provides the content descriptions for this driver disk GIGABYTE A patch program for fixed some USB issue C USB 3 0 Device Software tron USB 3 0 Device Software ARABEE als ATi VGA driver IXR2 Patch program fo
33. ach required item in sequence After completing press lt Enter gt on Start To Create Figure 7 When the message Are You Sure To Create Logical Drive appears press lt Enter gt to begin creating the RAID array or lt Esc gt to cancel RAID Utility C 2012 Advanced Micro Devices Inc Rev 1 0 0 45 AN NN CE Logical Drive Create Menu Raid Mode lt RAID 05 Stripe Block KB lt 64 gt Setcor Size Bytes lt 512 gt Initialization Fast Gigabyte Boundary Enable Read Policy lt Read Ahead gt Write Policy i Write Back Ld Name GBT l l Ld Size Setting Ld Max Size 1000 21 GB Ld Size GB 0 Start To Create F10 Exit Utility 1 Move Highlight lt Enter gt Select Option Esc Previous Page Figure 7 When completed a message which says Successful To Create Logical Drive will appear Press Enter to complete Press lt F10 gt to exit the RAID setup utility 55 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 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 appears press Enter to delete or Esc to cancel RAID Utility C 2012 Advanced Micro Devices Inc Rev 1 0 0 45 EP Oe Logical Drive Information Ld Id Ld Name Raid Mode
34. aults System will re detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults GIGABYTE DualBIOS Peripherals Select Yes to load BIOS defaults Step 5 Select Save 4 Exit Setup and press Enter And then select Yes to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup The procedure is complete after the system restarts 71 Unique Features 5 1 2 Updating the BIOS with the BIOS Utility A Before You Begin 1 In Windows close all applications and TSR Terminate and Stay Resident programs This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update 2 During the BIOS update process ensure the Internet connection is stable and do NOT interrupt the Internet connection for example avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet Failure to do so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is unable to start 3 Donotuse the G O M GIGABYTE Online Management function when using BIOS 4 GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing UJ Using BIOS BIOS je P06 l Flash Mernory Size pu BIOS Sign on Message BIOS Vendor MM nor fl Load cmos detauit atter BIOS update f Ciear omi data Pool 1 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
35. ays the device with the highest priority for a specific type For example only hard drive defined as the DualBIOS DualBIOS Sets the system boot order ick Select Item Select Screen TL Click Enter Dbl Click Selec PU PD Change Opt first priority on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with UEFI string on the boot device list To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning select the device prefixed with UEFI string Orif you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64 bit select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64 bit installation disk and is prefixed with UEFI string BIOS Setup 42 Y Select Item Hard Drive CD DVD ROM Drive Floppy Drive Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type such as hard drives optical drives floppy disk drives and devices that support Boot from LAN function etc Press Enter on this item to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the same type that are connected This item is present only if at least one device for this type is installed Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST Default Enabled Security Option Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots
36. b allows you to monitor hardware temperature voltage and fan speed and set temperature fan speed alarm You can choose the alert sound from the buzzer or use your own sound file wav file Available functions in EasyTune 6 may differ by motherboard model Grayed out area s indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported Incorrectly doing overclock overvoltage may result in damage to the hardware components such as CPU chipset and memory and reduce the useful life of these components Before you do the overclock overvoltage make sure that you fully know each function of EasyTune 6 or system instability or other unexpected results may occur 73 Unique Features 5 3 Smart Recovery 2 Smart Recovery 2 allows you to back up a partition as an image file every hour You can use these images to restore your system or files when needed Smart Recovery 2 The Smart Recovery 2 main menu Button Description oon 2 Settings Allows you to select the source and destination partition setings Backup Now Allows you to perform the backup immediately UT en De File Allows you to recover your files from the backup sadap Recovery image wee 2 System Allows you to recover your system from the du Recovery backup image iis anna pay Supported operating systems Windows 8 7 and Vista ER e Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system eg e You need to select the de
37. ck Orange Use this audio jack to connect center subwoofer speakers in a 5 1 7 1 channel audio configuration Rear Speaker Out Jack Black This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4 5 1 7 1 channel audio configuration Side Speaker Out Jack Gray Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7 1 channel audio configuration 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 device and then remove it from the motherboard When removing the cable pull it straight out from the connector Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector first remove the cable from your 19 Hardware Installation Mic In Jack Pink The default Mic in jack Microphones must be connected to this jack The audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software supported ER functions for each jack may vary based on hardware specification Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel audio configuration in Chapter 6 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audi
38. d Type the password again and press Enter You must enter the administrator password or user password at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup Differing from the user password the administrator password allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings 7 User Password Allows you to configure a user password Press Enter on this item type the password and then press lt Enter gt 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 Press Enter again when prompted to confirm BIOS Setup 44 2 6 Peripherals GIGABYTE DualBIOS CN D a_a BIDS Features Power Management Save amp Exit Q F lash OnChip SATA Controller Enabled AHCI IDE Enabled Enabled Enabled Auto Disabled OnChip SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers Default Enabled OnChip SATA Type Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode Native IDE Configures the SATA c
39. d is securely seated in the slot and does not rock e Removing the Card Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot Hardware Installation 18 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 Before using this feature ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector USB 3 0 2 0 Port The USB 3 0 port supports the USB 3 0 specification and is compatible to 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 RJ 45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs Connection i T Speed LED Activity LED Connection Speed LED Activity LED State Description State Description LI Ha Orange 1 Gbps data rate Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring hu Green 100 Mbps data rate Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring Off 10 Mbps data rate LAN Port Center Subwoofer Speaker Out Ja
40. e unable to insert the memory switch the direction 1 Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory 1 4 1 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 Channel B DDR3 1 DDR3 3 b gt Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3 4 DDR3 2 DDR3 3 DDR3 1 DS SS DS SS Two Modules DS SS DS SS Four Modules DS SS DS SS DS SS DS SS SS Single Sided DS Double Sided No Memory wri E E DDR3 1 IG DDR3 2 DDR3 3 DDR3 4 Due to CPU limitations read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode 1 Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed 2 When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules it is recommended that memory of the same capacity brand spe
41. ed and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets for optimum performance For optimum performance when enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules we recommend that you install them in the DDR3 1 and DDR3 2 sockets Hardware Installation 16 1 4 2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power AN 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 DDR3 DIMM ADDR3 memory module has a notch so it can only fit in one direction Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets Note the orientation of the memory module Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket Place the memory module on the socket As indicated in the picture on the left place your fingers on the top edge of the memory push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket Step 2 The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted 17 Hardware Installation 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card e Make sure the motherboard suppor
42. ed up partitions in the backup destination Bme in the My Backup folder Browse to the file you want and copy it k 3 hems Unique Features 14 Smart Recovery 2 Backup Location Select the partition where the backup is located es Volume Size 7655 Backup Timeline 1 20 2010 8 02 PM Partition to restore Select the partition where you want to restore the backup to By default all of the backed up partitions will be selected McAi MIE on the selected backup Make sure to back up your data before the restoration if needed illl j im 1 20 2010 8 02 PM 1 20 2010 4 43 AM All of the user data and programs will be erased and replaced with those K Restore cane GIGABYTE Smart Reoovery 2 X Recovering your system with Smart Recovery 2 Windows 8 7 only Steps 1 Click the File Recovery button on the main menu 2 Select the location where your backup is saved 3 Use the time slider to select a time point 4 Select a partition backup created on the selected time point and click Restore 5 Confirm whether to restart your system to proceed with the restore immediately or later Once you respond Yes the system will restart to the Windows recovery environment Follow the onscreen instructions to restore your system For Windows Vista refer to the steps below to use the original AN Windows installation disk for system recovery e All of
43. ediately Press Enter on the device you select and select Yes to confirm Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1 Setup Profile 8 Press Enter to complete Or you can select Select File in HDD USB FDD to save the profile to your storage device Load Profiles If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings you can use this function to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings First select the profile you wish to load and then press Enter to complete You can select Select File in HDD USB FDD to input the profile previously created from your storage device or load the profile automatically created by the BIOS such as reverting the BIOS settings to the last settings that worked properly last known good record BIOS Setup 50 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum 22 2 23 24 Number of Hard Drives Array Capacity Number of hard Size of the smallest Number of hard Number of hard drives Size ofthe drive drives 1 Size of drives 2 Size of the smallest drive the smallest drive smallest drive Fault Tolerance NO Yes Yes Yes To configure SATA hard drive s fo
44. em will then automatically copy the driver files to the floppy disk Press any key to exit when finished 1 gt GIGABYTE GSATA driver for 32bit system 2 gt GIGABYTE GSATA driver for 64bit system 3 gt Marvell AHCI driver for 32bit system 4 gt Marvell AHCI driver for 64bit system 5 Marve11 RAID driver 6 gt hseries AHCI RAID for XP 7 gt hseries AHCI for Vista 8 hseries RAID for Vista 9 gt hseries AHCI for Win 1 gt hseries RAID for Win 11 gt hseries AHCI for Win8 12 hseries RAID for Win8 exit Figure 2 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 62 Refer to the following for installing the driver during the Windows setup process Step 1 Restart your system to boot from the Windows XP setup disk and press F6 as soon as you see the message Press F6 if you need to install a 3rd party SCSI or RAID driver A screen will then appear asking you to specify an additional SCSI adapter Press S Step 2 Insert the floppy disk containing the SATA RAID AHCI driver and press Enter Then a controller menu similar to that in Figure 3 will appear Select AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller x86 platform and press Enter Windows Setup You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list or press ESC to return to the previous screen ENTER Select F3 Exit Figure 3 Step 3 On the next
45. enable XHCI Hand off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand off support Default Enabled EHCI Hand off Determines whether to enable EHCI Hand off feature for an operating system without EHCI Hand off support Default Disabled Port 60 64 Emulation Enables or disables emulation of I O ports 64h and 60h This should be enabled for full legacy support for USB keyboards mice in MS DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices Default Disabled USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed IOMMU Controller Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support Default Disabled Trusted Computing TPM SUPPORT Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module TPM Set this item to Enable when a TPM device is installed Default Disable BIOS Setup 46 gt SB SATA Configuration GIGABYTE DualBIOS M AS DLE ERES System BIOS Features Power Management Peripherals SB SATA Configuration NE O a Ca ee SATA Hot Plug on PORTO Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled SATA Hot Plug on PORTO SATA Hot Plug on PORT5 Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port Default Disabled lt SATA Power on PORTO SATA Power on PORT5 Enables or disables each SATA port Default Enabled gt Super lO Configuration Save 8 Ex
46. evice then press Enter to accept The system will boot from the device immediately Note The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only After system restart the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings END Q FLASH Press the End key to access the Q Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first BIOS Setup 30 2 2 The Main On the main menu of the Menu 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 Versio e M T T Boot Option 1 n D4c GIGABYTE DualBIOS 4e DT Setup M Pe etup Menus Po S Mm OS Systeme Peripherals Poller Management Save amp Exit Flash Enter Q Flash Help Enabled System Enabled Other OS VERT ameo Disabled Legacy UEFI OpROM Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings BIOS Setup Program Function Keys lt gt lt gt Move the selection bar to select a setup menu esp Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on a menu Enter Execute command or enter a menu lt gt lt Page Up gt Increase the numeric value or make changes lt gt lt Page Down Decrease the numeric value or make changes F5 Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus F7 Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for t
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48. he current submenus F8 Access the Q Flash utility F9 Display system information F10 Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program F12 Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive Esc Main Menu Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus Exit current submenu 31 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menus B M 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 B System 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 m BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order advanced features available on the CPU and the primary display adapter B Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices such as SATA USB integrated audio and integrated LAN etc B Power Management Use this menu to configure all the power saving functions B Save 8 Exit Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup You can save the current BIOS settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for optimal performance system operations system to its defaults The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version ER When the system is not stable as usual select the Load Optimized Default
49. isables this function Default gt gt Profile Uses Profile 1 settings gt gt Profile2 3 Uses Profile 2 settings 7 System Memory Multiplier Allows you to set the system memory multiplier Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data Default Auto lt Memory Frequency MHz This value is automatically adjusted according to the BCLK Clock Control and System Memory Multiplier settings Note 1 This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature Note 2 This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature BIOS Setup 36 gt Advanced Memory Settings GIGABYTE DualBIOS aor amp D Co ng T ej s sn LJ a gt gt System BIOS Features Peripherals Power Management Save amp Exit M I T Advanced Memory Settings Q F lash Extreme Memory Profile X M P Disabled Auto Extreme Memory Profile X M P Not System Memory Multiplier Memory Frequency MHz 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 this item will display as 1 50V When Extreme Memory Profile X M P is set to Profile1 or Profile2 this item will dis
50. it Q Flash This section provides information on the super I O chip and allows you to configure the serial port gt Serial Port A Enables or disables the onboard serial port Default Enabled 47 BIOS Setup 2 7 Power Management GIGABYTE DualBIOS e A UA MC DS DE A H o sn prem M X AP M I T System BIOS Features Peripherals Save amp Exit Q Flash Resume by Alarm Disabled Enabled Instant Always Off Jisabled 7 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 gt gt 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 7 HPET Support Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer HPET for Windows 8 7 operating system Default Enabled 7 Soft Off by PWR BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS DOS mode using the power button gt gt Instant Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly Default Delay 4 Sec Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system If the power bu
51. iver to touch the two pins for a few seconds 8 Open Normal 8 Short Clear CMOS Values INA Fiamma PI Sa 8 EE EE the CMOS values e After system restart go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults select Load Optimized Defaults or manually configure the BIOS settings refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Setup for BIOS configurations 1 Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing 23 Hardware Installation T 8 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 Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device The AMD SB950 controller supports RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 and JBOD Refer to Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s for instructions on configuring a RAID array Pin No Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND NN OD Om B
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53. l 200 OOMHZ 7 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 7 CPU NorthBridge Frequency Allows you to alter the North Bridge controller frequency for the installed CPU The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed 7 HT Link Frequency Allows you to manually set the frequency for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset The adjustable range is from 200 MHz to 3200 MHz Default Auto q CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed 7 CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency BIOS Setup 34 gt Advanced CPU Core Features eilei 1 2 41 DualBIOS gt w S ng 1 IS As E A Co Paa AS FS System BIOS Features Peripherals Power Management Save 8 Exit M I T Advanced Frequency Settings Advanced CPU Core Features Q F lash CPU Clock Ratio 13 00 Auto Auto Auto Disabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Automat 7 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 CPB Rati
54. l 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 Q How dol clear the CMOS values A For motherboards that have a Clear CMOS button press this button to clear the CMOS values before doing this please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord For motherboards that have a Clear CMOS jumper refer to the instructions in Chapter 1 to short the jumper to clear the CMOS values If your board doesn t have this jumper but ton refer to the instructions on the motherboard battery in Chapter 1 You can temporarily remove the battery from the battery holder to stop supplying power to the CMOS which will clear the CMOS values after about one minute Q Why dol still get a weak sound even though have turned my speaker to the maximum volume A Make sure your speaker is equipped with an internal amplifier If not try a speaker with power amplifier Q Why cannot install the onboard HD audio driver successfully For Windows XP only A Step First make sure Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2 has been installed check in My Computer gt Properties gt General 5 System If not please update it from Microsoft s website Then make sure the Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for High Definition Audio has been installed successfully check in My Computer gt Properties gt Hard ware gt Device Manager gt System Devices Step
55. lear the chassis intrusion status record set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled save the settings to the CMOS and then restart your system 39 BIOS Setup 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 C 158 F 80 C 176 F 90 C 194 F CPU System Power 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 Default Disabled CPU Fan Control mode gt gt Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU fan control mode Default Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3 pin CPU fan gt gt PWM Sets PWM mode for a 4 pin CPU fan CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed Normal X Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements Default Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds Manual X Allows you to control the fan speed under the
56. llow the steps below A Install SATA hard drive s in your computer B Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup C Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS Noe 1 D Install the SATA RAID AHCI driver and operating system Note 2 Before you begin Atleasttwo SATA hard drives to ensure optimal performance it is recommended that you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity If you do not want to create RAID you may prepare only one hard drive Windows 8 7 XP setup disk Motherboard driver disk AUSB flash drive AUSB floppy disk drive needed during Windows XP installation An empty formatted floppy disk needed during Windows XP installation 3 1 Configuring SATA Controllers 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 Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive Note 1 Skip this step if you do not want to create RAID array on the SATA controller Note 2 Required when the SATA controller is set to AHCI or RAID mode 51 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 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
57. matches your motherboard model Follow the on screen instructions to complete If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the BIOS server site please CD renal download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE s website and follow the instructions in Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function below 2 Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function Click Update BIOS from File then select the location where you save the BIOS update file obtained from the Internet or through other source Follow the on screen instructions to complete 3 Save the Current BIOS File Click Save Current BIOS to File to save the current BIOS file A BA rea cwos setaun atter 8108 es oad BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update Select the Load CMOS default after BIOS update check box and then the system will automatically load BIOS defaults after BIOS update and after the system restarts C After Updating the BIOS Restart your system after updating the BIOS Make sure that the BIOS file to be flashed matches your motherboard model Updating the BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot Unique Features 72 5 2 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
58. menu of Q Flash select Update BIOS From Drive The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file e Q Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32 16 12 file system e f the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller use the End key during the POST to access Q Flash 2 Select USB Flash Drive Q Flash Utility v1 05 Model Name 970A UD3P BIOS Version T4 BIOS Date 05 08 2013 Flash Type Size MXIC 25L3206E 4MB Update BIOS From Drive Select Device USB Flash Drive 3 Select the BIOS update file A Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model Step 2 The process of the system reading the BIOS file from the USB flash drive is displayed on the screen When the message Are you sure to update BIOS appears select Yes to begin the BIOS update The monitor will display the update process Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading updating the BIOS Donot remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system is updating the BIOS Step 3 When the update process is complete select Reboot to reboot the system Q Flash BIOS update is completed Power off Reboot Unique Features 70 Step 4 During the POST press Delete to enter BIOS Setup Select Load Optimized Defaults on the Save amp Exit screen and press Enter to load BIOS def
59. n off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery A Replace the battery with an equivalent one Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect model e Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the battery model e When installing the battery note the orientation of the positive side and the negative side of the battery the positive side should face up Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations Hardware Installation 24 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 20 19 PWR LED PWR LED Ponerten PWR_LED SPEAK SPEAK Cl Chassis Intrusion Cl Header Powers pe Res Howth PLED HD Hard Drive PLED HD Activity LED Lone nen sus 8 pumps Eee PLED PWR_LED Power LED Yellow Purple System Status LED
60. nals 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 the corresponding S PDIF out connector as shown below and 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 SPDIF Out screen Note click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth Click OK to complete 5 c er SPDIF Out SPDIF HDMI Note Enter the SPDIF Out screen to configure further settings if you use the S PDIF Out connector s on the back panel for digital audio output or enter the SPDIF HDMI screen if you use the internal S PDIF Out connector SPDIF O for digital audio output 79 Appendix 6 1 3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1 After installing the audio driver the VIA HD Audio Deck icon Bl will appear in the notification area Click the icon to access the VIA HD Audio Deck 12 16 PM 5 13 2013 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 Note The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be used at the same time Step 3 Go to the Microphone screen Do not mute the recording volume REC Vol or you ll not be able to record the sound To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process do not mute the microphone volume Mic
61. nel audio header 1 x SIPDIF Out header 1 x USB 3 0 2 0 header 3 x USB 2 0 1 1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module TPM header SA Back Panel Connectors 9 1 x PS 2 keyboard mouse port 1 x optical S PDIF Out connector 8 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 2 x USB 3 0 2 0 ports 1 x RJ 45 port 6 x audio jacks Center Subwoofer Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Line In Line Out Mic In 1 0 Controller ITE I O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor 9 System voltage detection CPU System temperature detection CPU System Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU System Power fan fail warning CPU System fan speed control Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install BIOS e 99 2 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS PnP 1 0a DMI 2 0 SM BIOS 2 6 ACPI 2 0a 11 Hardware Installation Unique Features Support for BIOS Support for Q Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for EasyTune Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model Support for ON OFF Charge Support for Smart Recovery 2 Bundled s 44 Son Norton Internet Security OEM version CO e aing Support for Windows 8 7 Vista XP System Tm Form Factor ATX Form Factor 30 5cm x 24 4cm GIGABYTE reserve
62. ngle of the CPU socket and the CPU A Small Triangle Marking Denotes Pin One of the Socket AM3 Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes M AM3 AM3 CPU CPU Pin One M pi esami e Sua I94YAINSORXOH Bua uwouoyd GWY 9700812262406 AWd26Y80 IV IZIVV 13 Hardware Installation 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 AN power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU Do not force the CPU into the CPU socket The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs Step 1 Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 2 Align the CPU pin one small triangle marking with the triangle mark on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the socket Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into their holes Once the CPU is positioned into its socket place one finger down on the middle of the CPU lowering the locking lever and latching it into the fully locked position E o 2 2 a a q Hardware Installation 14 1 3 2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correc
63. o Hardware Installation 20 1 7 Internal Connectors 1 3 4 8 7 SS 10 Sa 11 15 14 13 1 ATX_12V 9 F PANEL 2 ATX 10 F AUDIO 3 CPU FAN 11 SPDIF O 4 SYS FAN1 SYS FAN2 12 F USB30 5 PWR FAN 13 F USB1 F USB2 F USB3 6 CLR CMOS 14 COMA T SATA3 0 1 2 3 4 5 15 TPM 8 BAT 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 e After installing the device and before turning on the computer make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard i Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices 21 Hardware Installation 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 The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU If the 12V power connector is not connected the computer will not start To mee
64. o Note Allows you alter the ratio for the CPB The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed Default Auto CPU Unlock Note Allows you to determine whether unlock hidden CPU cores Default Disabled 7 Cool amp Quiet gt gt Enabled Lets the AMD Cool n Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption Default gt gt Disabled Disables this function 7 C1E Support Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C1 mode in system halt state When enabled the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption Default Enabled 7 SVM Virtualization enhanced by 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 Note This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature 35 BIOS Setup 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 7 Extreme Memory Profile X M P Note 2 Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module s to enhance memory performance when enabled gt gt Disabled D
65. ogle Search built into the address bar Stable and Secure By installing this application you agree to the Google Chrome Terms of use and Privacy Policy Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer Version 7 0 1710 2246 Size 7 19MB Google Toolbar makes web browsing more convenient Search from any website Translate web pages instantly Share your favorite sites with friend By installing this application you agree to the Google Toolbar Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Policy Norton Internet Security NIS Version 2013 Size 149 56MB Your Power Against Online Threat Stops Viruses spyware and cybercriminal with real time protection Enjoys online activities safely without slowdowns or distruptions Proactively blocks hackers and dangerous downloads Identifies unsafe websites in search results when Xpress Install is installing the drivers Failure to do so may affect the driver installation e Some device drivers will restart your system automatically during the driver installation After the system restart Xpress Install will continue to install other drivers 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 For USB 2 0 driver support under the Windows
66. on before updating motherboard BIOS drivers or when looking for technical information Example Table of Contents BO CONE AA AA AA AA 6 Optional HEMS AA 6 GA 970A UD3P Motherboard LayOUt ict era suain rire 7 GA 970A UD3P Motherboard Block Diagram eee 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 11 Jnstallauori IP PECAUITIONS names 9 1 2 Prod ct Specifications NETT 10 1 3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1 91 Installing Wie CFU ccce catenis mex dgio NA 13 1 2 2 Installing ihe CPU COED user rnnt nana eon enne 15 1 4 Installing the Memory maam a ANA tbe PE YE SU eYtOE E be Gusto teca besos 16 1 4 1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1 42 Inslalling a MEMORY nananana haaa aaa BAGA naga 17 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1 6 Back Panel Connectors is a nian Naa nla nmG sain 19 1 7 Internal Connectors oaesecuniditeme pd RESI UM EN UE EUR UE 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 Al p SCC E T 30 2 2 The Main MENU 31 c 33 2A OVSE R E A AMAG 41 da BIOS FAR EE 42 2 0 PETIDR ASS AA AA made 45 2 7 Power IWAN AGS MOM sue ccce tias titre ee ditus elio cona rd Utd na 48 20 CE bana 50 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s nnnnn 51 3 1 Configuring SATA Controllers seen 51 3 2 Installing the SATA RAID AHCI Driver and Operating System 61 Chap
67. onment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local government office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe recycling When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you take it back to your local or regional waste collection administration for recycling f you need further assistance in recycling reusing in your end of life product you may contact us at the Customer Care number listed in your product s user s manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort Finally we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy saving features of this product where applicable recycling the inner and outer packaging including shipping containers this product was delivered in and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly With your help we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of end of life products and generally improve our quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are disposed of properly Appendix 06 Contact Us e GIGA BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD Address No 6 Bao Chiang Road Hsin Tien Dist New Taipei City 231 Taiwan TEL
68. ontroller to IDE mode gt gt RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller gt gt AHCI Configures 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 OnChip SATA Port4 5 Type SATA3 4 SATA3 5 connectors This option is configurable only when OnChip SATA Type is set to RAID or AHCI Configures the operating mode of the integrated SATA3 4 SATA3 5 connectors gt gt As SATA Type The mode depends on the OnChip SATA Type settings IDE Configures the SATA3 4 SATA3 5 connectors to PATA mode Default 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 USB3 0 Controller VIA VL805 USB Controller Enables or disables the VIA VL805 USB controller Default Enabled 45 BIOS Setup v 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 Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard mouse to be used in MS DOS Default Enabled XHCI Hand off Determines whether to
69. owing information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse most of the materials in your end of life product Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances Cd Pb Hg Cr 6 PBDE and PBB The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement Moreover we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive Statement GIGABYTE will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from the 2002 96 EC WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment collection recycling and disposal of electric and electronic devices and their components Under the Directive used equipment must be marked collected separately and disposed of properly WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging which indicates that this product K must not be disposed of with other waste Instead the device should be taken to the waste collection EE centers for activation of the treatment collection recycling and disposal procedure The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the envir
70. play the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory 7 Profile VTT Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto q Note This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature 37 BIOS Setup gt Channel A B Timing Settings GIGABYTE DualBIOS M I T Advanced Memory Settings Channel A Timing Settings select DRAM Timing CAS Latency tRCD tRC tRRD n f l Click Select Item tWTR e lect tHR tHL tRFCO alues tRFC4 Defaults tRTP tFAH DN NM Command Rate tCMD 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 optimi
71. played on the screen start the rebuilding process and you can select Pause Resume Abort during the rebuilding process AMD RAIDXpert Logical Drive Information Step 5 When done the array s status on the Information page in the Logical Drive Information pane will display as Functional Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 64 Before installing the drivers first install the operating system ER e 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 If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically go to My Computer double click the optical drive and execute the Run exe program 4 1 Installing Chipset Drivers After inserting the driver disk Xpress Install will automatically scan your system and then list all the drivers that are recommended to install You can click the Install All button and Xpress Install will install all the rec ommended drivers Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you wish to install Now Loading Please wait Install Chipset Drivers We recommend that you install the drivers listed below for your motherboard Please click Install All to install all the drivers automatically emen inn P Google Chrome a faster way to browse the web Version 18 0 1025 142 Size 26 14MB Go
72. r Win2000 TOTE i Marvell Marvell Q1vv AHCI RAIP nreinstall driver Drivers Installation 66 4 4 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 cmt No 6 Bao Chiang Road Hsin Tien Dist New Taipei City 231 Taiwan Taipei Hsien Taiwan http www gigabyte com 4 5 System This page provides the basic system information GIGABYTE System Information You can save print or e mail the system information by clicking the buttons below Gigabyte Technology Co Ltd 970A UD3P AMD FX tm 8120 Eight Core Processor Total physical memory 2012 MB Windows 8 Enterprise AMD 9 series Utility DVD 1 9 B13 0401 2 67 Drivers Installation 4 6 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 KALAN ALA Install Chipset Drivers drivers automatically le recommend that you install the drivers listed below for your motherboard Please click Install All to install all the Google Chrome a faster way to browse the web Version 18 0 1025 142 Size 26 14MB By installing this application you agree to the Google Chrome Terms of
73. r cable to the motherboard Yes The problem is verified and solved Correctly insert the Check if the memory is installed properly on the memory slot memory into the memory socket Yes The problem is verified and solved Insert the graphics card Connect the ATX main power cable and the 12V power cable Turn on the power to start the computer Make sure the graphics card is securely seated in the expansion slot and power connectors are firmly attached Continued Appendix 84 When the computer is tumed on is the CPU cooler running No The power supply CPU or CPU socket might fail Yes The problem is verified and solved The graphics card Check if there is display on your monitor expansion slot or monitor might fail Yes Turn off the computer Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer The problem is verified and solved The keyboard or keyboard connector might fail Check if the keyboard is working properly The problem is verified and solved Press Delete to enter BIOS Setup Select Load Optimized Defaults Select Save 4 Exit Setup to save changes and exit BIOS Setup The hard drive connector Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive s Check if the id or cable might fail system can boot successfully The problem is verified and solved Reinstall the operating system Reinstall other devices one by one in
74. rophone It is recommended that you set the volumes at a middle level Step 4 To raise the recording and playback volume for the microphone use the slider on the right to set the microphone boost level Appendix 80 Step 5 To open the Sounder Recorder move the mouse cursor to the bottom left corner of the screen click the Start Ei icon to switch to the Start screen or press the Windows button on the keyboard Right click on the screen and click the All apps E icon on the bottom right corner of the screen to access the Apps screen Step 6 On this screen click Sound Recorder for audio recording Enabling Stereo Mix If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you wish to use refer to the steps below The following steps explain how to enable Stereo Mix which may be needed when you want to record sound from your computer Step 1 Locate the EJ icon in the notification area and right click on this icon Select Recording devices 12 16 PM 5 13 2013 a Mur O 81 Appendix 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 VIA HD Audio Deck to configure Stereo Mix and use Sound Recorder to record the sound 6 1 4 Using the Sound Recorder Start Recording 0 00 00
75. s item to set your BIOS Setup 32 GIGABYTE DualBIOS Show all information about M I T status ick Select Item Memo Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Dram Voltage 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 GIGABYTE DualBIOS 1 Whether the system will work stably with the overclock overvoltage settings you made is dependent Show all information about M I T status B CPU Frequency z 4 Select Screen l Click Select Item Memor Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Vcore Dram Voltage This section provides information on the BIOS version CPU base clock CPU frequency memory frequency total memory size CPU temperature Vcore and memory voltage 33 BIOS Setup gt MIT Current Status This screen provides information on CPU memory frequencies parameters gt Advanced Frequency Settings GIGABYTE DualBIOS SE o_o AS Sustem BIOS Features Peripherals Power Management Save amp Exit M I T Advanced Frequency Settings Q Flash BCLK Clock Contro
76. s the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product related information without prior notice Please visit the Support amp 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 1 3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler t 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 Locate the pin one of the CPU The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specifications please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU graphics card memory hard drive etc 1 3 1 Installing the CPU A Locate the pin one denoted by a small tria
77. sion of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS For instructions on using the Q Flash and BIOS utilities refer to Chapter 5 BIOS Update Utilities version of BIOS it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS To flash the BIOS do it with caution Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction It is recommended that you not alter the default settings unless you need to to prevent system instability or other unexpected results Inadequately altering the settings may result in system s failure to boot If this occurs try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values Refer to the Load Optimized Defaults section in this chapter or introductions of the battery clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values N Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky if you do not encounter problems using the current 29 BIOS Setup 2 1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots GIGABYTE Function Keys Function Keys lt DEL gt BIOS SETUP Q FLASH Press the lt Delete gt key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q Flash utility in BIOS Setup lt F9 gt SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the lt F9 gt key to display your system information lt F12 gt BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup In Boot Menu use the up arrow key lt T gt or the down arrow key lt 4 gt to select the first boot d
78. stall one device at one time and then boot the system to see if the device works successfully If the procedure above is unable to solve your problem contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help Or go to the Support amp Downloads Technical Support page to submit your question Our customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible 85 Appendix 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 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 Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high efficiency performance all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for RoHS Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment and WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment environmental directives as well as most major worldwide safety requirements To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of our natural resources GIGABYTE provides the foll
79. stination partition in Settings the first time Recover your fle from the backup image _FleRecovery _ you use Smart Recovery 2 Recover your computer from the backup image System Recovery The Backup Now button will be available only after you log in Windows for ten minutes Creating a backup pei a Click the Settings button on the main menu In the Settings dialog T tag sna box select the source partition and destination partition and click OK Wo Ka CO The initial backup will start after 10 minutes and regular backup will be oman performed hourly Note By default all partitions on the system drive are selected as the backup source The backup destination cannot be LI D on the same partition as the backup source gt Browse network location _ cenl Saving the the backup to a network location If you want to save the backup to a network location select Browse network location Make sure your computer and the computer where you want to save the backup are in the same domain Choose the network location where you want to store the backup and enter the user name and password Follow the on screen instructions to complete Recovering a file a Click the File Recovery button on the main menu Use the time slider on ie Le the top of the popped out window to select a previous backup time The hee right pane will display the back
80. t expansion requirements it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used 500W or greater If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system ATX 12V Pin No Definition 8 cf o 4 1 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V i 5 2 2 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V BBR 3 GND j 5 sys 4 GND ATX 12V 5 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 6 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 7 12V 8 12V ATX Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 3 9V 13 33V 2 3 3V 14 142V 3 GND 15 GND 4 5V 16 PS ON soft On Off 5 GND 17 GND 6 5V 18 GND 7 GND 19 GND 8 Power Good 20 5V 9 5VSB stand by 5V 21 5V 10 12V 22 5V 11 12V Only for 2x12 pin 23 5V Only for 2x12 pin ATX ATX 12 3 3V Only for 2x12 pin 24 GND Only for 2x12 pin ATX ATX Hardware Installation 22 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 a 3 pin SYS FAN2 system fan headers and a 3 pin power fan header PWR FAN
81. ter 4 Drivers Installation 65 4 Installing Chipset Drivers 65 4 2 Application Software 66 4 3 Technical MANAS aaa ANAN 66 lad LONG a m m 67 2 An MERE 67 4 6 Download Centr AA AA 68 Chapter 5 Unique Features 69 5 4 BIOS Update Utilities aite nore rm ei d bp 69 5 1 1 Updating the BIOS with the Q Flash Utility 69 5 1 2 Updating the BIOS with the BIOS Utility 12 Du ES UMR On ed a a a me tet opr er ener 13 ME seo a nn 74 cranto o ee ea sacgee cesses tngee cee cae da toa yseecmeeee T N 6 1 Configuring Audio Input and Output see TT 6 11 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio TT bl CONMOUINING SPDIF OH ter ia dite 79 6 1 3 Configuring Microphone Recording 80 6 1 4 Using the Sound Recorder 82 62 TOUS NON ana AKALA QNUM om 83 6 2 1 Frequently Asked Questions eene nnn 83 6 2 2 roubl shoolhg Procedure nantes 84 Regulatory SAS IBOlllS ii ne 86 6 16 e a Le aera ne eee nnn een A E E ee E ee 87 Box Contents GA 970A UD3P motherboard Motherboard driver disk User s Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain The box contents are subject to change without notice Optional Items O 2 port USB 2 0 bracket Part No 12CR1 1UB030 6 R O eSATA bracket Part No 12CF1 3SATPW 4 R O 3 5 Front Panel with 2 USB 3 0 2 0 ports Part No 12CR1 FPX582 2 R O COM port cable Part No
82. through the audio driver supported functions for each jack may vary based on hardware specification O jack for microphone functionality Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously If you want to mute the back panel audio only supported when using an HD front panel audio module refer to instructions on the next page High Definition Audio HD Audio HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital to analog converters DACs and features multistreaming capabilities that allow multiple audio streams in and out to be simultaneously processed For example users can listen to MP3 music have an Internet chat make a telephone call over the Internet and etc all at the same time GA To install a microphone connect your microphone to the Mic in jack and manually configure the A Configuring Speakers The following instructions use Windows 8 as the example operating system Step 1 After installing the audio driver restart your computer Then switch to Windows desktop mode The VIA HD Audio Deck icon will appear in the notification area Click the icon to access the VIA HD Audio Deck 12 16 PM 5 LA o LS Tx 0 5143 9013 Note 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio Configurations Refer to the following for multi channel speaker configurations e 2 channel audio Headphone or Line out 4 channel audio Front speaker out and Rear speaker out
83. tly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the example Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the surface of the installed CPU one side of the retention frame On the other side push straight down on the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the retention frame i 49 _ S AEN m Step 3 Step 4 Turn the cam handle from the left side to the Finally attach the power connector of the CPU right side as the picture above shows to lock cooler to the CPU fan header CPU FAN on the into place Refer to your CPU cooler installation motherboard manual for instructions on installing the cooler Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU 15 Hardware Installation 1 4 Installing the Memory e 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 e Memory modules have a foolproof design A memory module can be installed in only one direction If you ar
84. troller settings press 4 to enter the Controller Configuration window Option ROM Utility c 2011 Advanced Micro Devices Inc View Drive Assignments LD View LD Define Menu Delete LD Menu Controller Configuration Press 1 4 to Select Option ESC Exit Figure 3 57 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s Create a RAID Array To create a new array press 2 to enter the LD View Menu window Figure 4 To create an array press lt Ctrl C gt to access the LD Define Menu Option ROM Utility c 2011 Advanced Micro Devices Inc LD View Menu lt There is no any LD gt Keys Available T Up 4 Down PaUp PaDn Switch Page Ctrl C Define LD Enter View LD Ctrl V View Single Disk ESC Exit Figure 4 In the LD Define Menu use the up or down arrow key to move to an item for further configuration Figure 5 Option ROM Utility c 2011 Advanced Micro Devices Inc LD Define Menu LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv LD 1 Logical Drive 1 RAID 0 0 Stripe Block 64 KB Initialization Fast Gigabyte Boundary ON Read Policy Read Ahead Write Policy WriteBack Drives Assignments Port ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity GB Assignment Keys Available T Up 4 Down PaUp PaDn Switch Page Space Change Option Ctrl Y Save ESC Exit Figure 5 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 58 In the following procedure we ll create RAID 0 as an example Steps A N Under the R
85. ts 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 Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card PCI Express x1 Slot Femme PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot Locate an expansion slot that supports your card Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel Align the card with the slot and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot Secure the card s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw After installing all expansion cards replace the chassis cover s Turn on your computer If necessary go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card s T Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system Bu SI e us Du d Example Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card e Installing a Graphics Card Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot Make sure the car
86. tton is pressed for less than 4 seconds the system will enter suspend mode c AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss gt gt Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power Default Note Supported on Windows 8 7 operating system only BIOS Setup 48 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 gt gt Password Set a password with 1 5 characters to turn on the system gt gt Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system Any key Press any key to turn on the system Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password Press Enter on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press Enter to accept To turn on the system enter the password and press Enter Note To cancel the password press Enter on this item When prompted for the password press Enter again without entering the password to clear the password settings Power On By Mouse Allows the system to be turned on by a PS 2 mouse wake up event Note To
87. use this function you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the 5VSB lead gt gt Disabled Disables this function Default Move Move the mouse to turn on the system bp Double Click Double click on left button on the mouse to turn on the system ErP Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 shutdown state Default Disabled Note When this item is set to Enabled the following functions will become unavailable PME event wake up power on by mouse power on by keyboard and wake on LAN 49 BIOS Setup 2 8 Save amp Exit GIGABYTE DualBIOS e s 7 e T KU 5 3 T BIOS Features Peripherals Power Management Q F lash Save amp Exit Setup Save amp Exit Setup Press lt Enter gt 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 Exit Without Saving Press Enter on this item and select Yes This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS Select No or press Esc to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu Load Optimized Defaults Press Enter on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings The BIOS defaults settings help the system to operate in optimum state Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values Boot Override Allows you to select a device to boot imm
88. users read their system related information without the need to install additional software The EasyTune 6 Interface Mode EEA Ratio tase Power On Target Settings Reset CPU 3100 00 MHz 3130 69 MHz BCLK 200 00 MHz 200 00 MHz A o t Save Load Default GG GIGABYTE Tabs Information Tab Description The CPU tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard Paanan The Memory tab provides information on the installed memory module s You can select memory module on a specific slot to see its information HG ma The Tuner tab allows you to change memory settings and voltages Easy mode provides information on CPU memory Advanced mode allows you to individually change system clock settings and voltages settings using the sliders e Save allows you to save the current settings to a new profile txt file Load allows you to load previous settings from a profile After making changes in Easy mode Advanced mode be sure to click Set for these changes to take effect or click Default to restore to default values The Graphics tab allows you to change the core clock and memory clock for your AMD or NVIDIA graphics card Cj smart The Smart tab allows you to specify a Smart Fan mode Smart Fan Advanced mode allows the fan speed to be changed linearly based on the temperature thresholds you set Baw Monitor The HW Monitor ta
89. voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard Before using the product please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected To prevent damage to the motherboard do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface Do not place the computer system in a high temperature environment Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product please consult a certified computer technician 9 Hardware Installation 1 2 Product Specifications 9 CPU AM3t Socket AMD AM3 FX processor AMD AM3 Phenom II processor AMD Athlon Il processor Go to GIGABYTE s website for the latest CPU support list e Hyper Transport 4800 MT s Y Bus Chipset North Bridge AMD 970 South Bridge AMD SB950 4 x 1 5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory Duetoa 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
90. ware Installation 1 1 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 These stickers are required for warranty validation Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard make sure they are connected tightly and securely When handling the motherboard avoid touching any metal leads or connectors It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge ESD wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard CPU or memory If you do not have an ESD wrist strap keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity Prior to installing the motherboard please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard make sure the power supply has been turned off Before turning on the power make sure the power supply
91. your files and programs will be deleted and replaced with those on the selected backup If needed be sure to make a copy of your data before the restore Recovering your system using the original Windows installation disk In case Windows or your hard drive has serious errors use the original Windows installation disk for system recovery Steps 1 Restart your computer to boot from the original Windows installation disk 2 When the Windows installation screen appears select your language and click Next 3 Select Repair your computer 4 Select Restore your computer using a system image that you created earlier and then click Next 5 Select the backup you want to use and then follow the on screen instructions to complete ER For further instructions refer to the Help file of Smart Recovery 2 75 Unique Features Unique Features 276 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 Note audio Xk yy ES The picture to the right shows the default audio jack cue Q j t Q Se A NG e assignments o i s tags ue mag Shark ug The integrated HD High Definition audio provides n jack retasking capability that allows the user to change T MT n ls xi pa the function for each jack
92. zed defaults or clearing the CMOS values gt Advanced Voltage Settings GIGABYTE DualBIOS M I T Advanced Voltage Settings Dynamic Vcore DVID DRRM Te NB PCIe PLL Voltage CPU PLL V Select Screen 14 Click Select Item vcore Loadline Calibration This sub menu allows you to set CPU chipset and memory voltages BIOS Setup 38 gt PC Health Status elle7 i a ga DualBIOS E c MATATAAS AA CA CAC M I T NPC Health Status M RPM 3 screen Tl Click Select Item ed 0 RPM C Power Fan Speed 0 RPM CPU Warning Temperature ail Warning n Fan Fail Warning n Fan Fail Warning Fail Warning CPU Fan Control mode uto 2 en FAT16 32 Format Only elle7 aie DualBIOS Back M 1 7 PC Health Status Set FAN control mode M 0 RPM 0 RPM 0 RPM Select Screen Tl Click Select Item n Fan Fail Warr Fail Harning CPU Fan Control mode CPU Fan Speed Control slope PHM ist System Fan Speed control Slope PHM en FAT16 32 Format Only 7 Reset Case Open Status bp Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status Default gt gt Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show No at next boot 7 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 c

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