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... Items...6 G1.Sniper M5 Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper M5 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing Expansion Cards 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 22 1-9 Changing the...
... Items...6 G1.Sniper M5 Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper M5 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing Expansion Cards 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 22 1-9 Changing the...
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... the HDMI port located below it in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® Z87 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than the size of the physical memory installed. Dual channel memory...
... the HDMI port located below it in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® Z87 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than the size of the physical memory installed. Dual channel memory...
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... Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the memory. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that you install them in only one direction. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following : Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Two Modules - - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE...
... Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the memory. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that you install them in only one direction. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following : Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Two Modules - - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE...
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... sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with your computer. Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Carefully read the manual that supports your...
... sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with your computer. Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Carefully read the manual that supports your...
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... by graphics cards and driver version. A power supply with two or above PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Step 2: Insert the CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connectors in the PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots. C. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is selected. To Enable CrossFire Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver -- Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Procedure and driver screen for...
... by graphics cards and driver version. A power supply with two or above PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Step 2: Insert the CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connectors in the PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots. C. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is selected. To Enable CrossFire Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver -- Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Procedure and driver screen for...
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... Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-I connection to this port to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. You can use this port. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. It also supports up to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Hardware Installation - 20 - HDMI Port (Note) The HDMI port is from Windows 8.) In Windows 8, select All apps>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default...
... Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-I connection to this port to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. You can use this port. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. It also supports up to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Hardware Installation - 20 - HDMI Port (Note) The HDMI port is from Windows 8.) In Windows 8, select All apps>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default...
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Refer to the HDMI settings information on the previous page for the configuration dialog box.) Triple Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: Triple-display configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Only dual-display configurations are supported after you connect your headphone/speaker to connect your audio system provides an optical digital audio in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Use this jack. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate ...
Refer to the HDMI settings information on the previous page for the configuration dialog box.) Triple Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: Triple-display configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Only dual-display configurations are supported after you connect your headphone/speaker to connect your audio system provides an optical digital audio in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Use this jack. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate ...
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... power outlet before using the clear CMOS button. •• Do not use the clear CMOS button when the system is on /off your computer and unplug the power cord from the backup BIOS) 1 SB 2 1: Dual BIOS 1 2 2: Single BIOS 1 BIOS LED Indicators: MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active) BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active. AATTXX__1122VV__22XX33 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs BIOS Switch and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for BIOS configurations). The power button and reset button allow users...
... power outlet before using the clear CMOS button. •• Do not use the clear CMOS button when the system is on /off your computer and unplug the power cord from the backup BIOS) 1 SB 2 1: Dual BIOS 1 2 2: Single BIOS 1 BIOS LED Indicators: MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active) BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active. AATTXX__1122VV__22XX33 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs BIOS Switch and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for BIOS configurations). The power button and reset button allow users...
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... funPWctMioSnw. Definition 11 D2+ 12 D2- Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. F_AUDIO(H) 9 1 10 2 Pin No. Definition 1 23 1 VBUS 1 2 SSRX1- For informaBtIiOoSnSawbitcohuetr (cXo5n8An-eOcCt)ing the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contac1 t the chassis manufacturer. Hardware Installation Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) PCIe Control (Z87X-UP7) ATX_ 4 IP
... funPWctMioSnw. Definition 11 D2+ 12 D2- Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. F_AUDIO(H) 9 1 10 2 Pin No. Definition 1 23 1 VBUS 1 2 SSRX1- For informaBtIiOoSnSawbitcohuetr (cXo5n8An-eOcCt)ing the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contac1 t the chassis manufacturer. Hardware Installation Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) PCIe Control (Z87X-UP7) ATX_ 4 IP
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...-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header. •• 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. 12) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can...
...-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header. •• 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. 12) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can...
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... configuration settings or to activate certain system features. 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 system in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering...
... configuration settings or to activate certain system features. 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 system in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering...
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... CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on a menu Execute command or enter a menu / Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Switch to Windows Mode Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display...
... CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on a menu Execute command or enter a menu / Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Switch to Windows Mode Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display...
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... is present only when you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency value is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease average power consumption and heat production. For...
... is present only when you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency value is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease average power consumption and heat production. For...
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...-bit, select the optical drive that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string. - 47 - Removable storage devices that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here. The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. Or if you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the first priority on the boot device list...
...-bit, select the optical drive that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string. - 47 - Removable storage devices that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here. The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. Or if you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the first priority on the boot device list...
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...be installed. (Default: Other OS) && CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) && Execute Disable Bit (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. When enabled, the hard drive I /O. (Default: Enabled) && OS Type Allows you install a CPU that support Boot from LAN function, etc. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled...
...be installed. (Default: Other OS) && CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) && Execute Disable Bit (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. When enabled, the hard drive I /O. (Default: Enabled) && OS Type Allows you install a CPU that support Boot from LAN function, etc. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled...
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... operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (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. && Onboard LAN Controller#1 Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you to allocate the DVMT memory size of using the onboard LAN, set the onboard graphics memory size. BIOS Setup && Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) && Internal Graphics Memory Size Allows you to set this item to Disabled. - 51 -
... operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (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. && Onboard LAN Controller#1 Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you to allocate the DVMT memory size of using the onboard LAN, set the onboard graphics memory size. BIOS Setup && Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) && Internal Graphics Memory Size Allows you to set this item to Disabled. - 51 -
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... hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the BIOS update file is displayed on the screen. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : G1.Sniper M5 BIOS Version : F1c BIOS Date : 04/03/2013 Flash Type/Size : Winbond 25X/Q Series 16MB Update BIOS From Drive SaSveeleBcItODSetvoicDe rive Return to begin the BIOS update. B. Select USB Flash Drive. The monitor will restart after the update process is complete. The following procedure assumes that you sure to a USB flash drive. appears, select Yes to BIOS setup USB Flash Drive...
... hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the BIOS update file is displayed on the screen. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : G1.Sniper M5 BIOS Version : F1c BIOS Date : 04/03/2013 Flash Type/Size : Winbond 25X/Q Series 16MB Update BIOS From Drive SaSveeleBcItODSetvoicDe rive Return to begin the BIOS update. B. Select USB Flash Drive. The monitor will restart after the update process is complete. The following procedure assumes that you sure to a USB flash drive. appears, select Yes to BIOS setup USB Flash Drive...
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... bandwidth to view. You can change the upload and download bandwidth for an application or online game to use the drop-down menu below the application's/game's icon to configure your network connection. Appendix PC Monitor This page monitors and logs your system information and CPU/memory usage. You can click View Type to select an item to access the Internet. Overview This...
... bandwidth to view. You can change the upload and download bandwidth for an application or online game to use the drop-down menu below the application's/game's icon to configure your network connection. Appendix PC Monitor This page monitors and logs your system information and CPU/memory usage. You can click View Type to select an item to access the Internet. Overview This...
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... to be displayed on the Overview page or change application settings. (Note 1) For more instructions on using the Killer Network Manager, click the help icon on the top right corner of the screen to open the Help file. (Note 2) In case Application Control is disabled, you that the Killer Network Manager will automatically appear. You can go to the Advanced configuration screen to enable it...
... to be displayed on the Overview page or change application settings. (Note 1) For more instructions on using the Killer Network Manager, click the help icon on the top right corner of the screen to open the Help file. (Note 2) In case Application Control is disabled, you that the Killer Network Manager will automatically appear. You can go to the Advanced configuration screen to enable it...
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... monitor. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Select "Load Optimized Defaults." The problem is the CPU cooler running? No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). The problem is verified and solved. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer. Check if the system can boot successfully. Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to enter BIOS Setup...
... monitor. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Select "Load Optimized Defaults." The problem is the CPU cooler running? No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). The problem is verified and solved. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer. Check if the system can boot successfully. Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to enter BIOS Setup...