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...revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in the use of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright © 2011 ... prior notice. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included ...
...revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in the use of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright © 2011 ... prior notice. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 G1.Sniper Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper 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... Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard LEDs and Switches 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 25 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 37 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 47 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 49 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 53 2-8 PC Health Status...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 G1.Sniper Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper 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... Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard LEDs and Switches 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 25 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 37 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 47 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 49 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 53 2-8 PC Health Status...
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... 62 3-4 Contact...63 3-5 System...63 3-6 Download Center 64 3-7 New Utilities...64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 68 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 71 4-3 EasyTune 6...72 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 73 4-5 Q-Share...75 4-6 Smart 6™ ...76 4-7 Auto Green...80 4-8 eXtreme...
... 62 3-4 Contact...63 3-5 System...63 3-6 Download Center 64 3-7 New Utilities...64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 68 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 71 4-3 EasyTune 6...72 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 73 4-5 Q-Share...75 4-6 Smart 6™ ...76 4-7 Auto Green...80 4-8 eXtreme...
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G1.Sniper Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1366 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual/3 Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI ... RJ45 Marvell 88E1118R phy BigFoot Killer E2100 x1 x1 x1 Intel® ICH10R x1 PCI Express Bus x1 JMicron JMB362 CREATIVE CA20K2 PCI Bus Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB 2.0/1.1 (Note) LPC Bus IT8720 PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 SATA 3Gb/s Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line...
G1.Sniper Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1366 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual/3 Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI ... RJ45 Marvell 88E1118R phy BigFoot Killer E2100 x1 x1 x1 Intel® ICH10R x1 PCI Express Bus x1 JMicron JMB362 CREATIVE CA20K2 PCI Bus Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB 2.0/1.1 (Note) LPC Bus IT8720 PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 SATA 3Gb/s Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line...
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... 16 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Unique Features Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center ... System Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice.
... 16 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Unique Features Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center ... System Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice.
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...provides six DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual/3 Channel Technology. When enabling 3 Channel mode with three memory modules, be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and momery moudles.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power... outlet before installing the memory to install it is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be sure to install them in the DDR3_1, ...
...provides six DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual/3 Channel Technology. When enabling 3 Channel mode with three memory modules, be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and momery moudles.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power... outlet before installing the memory to install it is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be sure to install them in the DDR3_1, ...
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... PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16_1) PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16_2/PCIEX8) PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card from the power outlet before you begin to install...; Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the...
... PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16_1) PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16_2/PCIEX8) PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card from the power outlet before you begin to install...; Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the...
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... LED keeps blinking when the sys- You may differ by issuing a beep code. The LED is on when the hard drive is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S3/S4 sleep S3/S4/S5 Off state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the chassis intrusion switch.../sensor on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the pin assignments below. Press the...
... LED keeps blinking when the sys- You may differ by issuing a beep code. The LED is on when the hard drive is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S3/S4 sleep S3/S4/S5 Off state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the chassis intrusion switch.../sensor on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the pin assignments below. Press the...
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... may cause damage to the motherboard. • 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). 15) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to clear the CMOS ...and wait for one . Replace the battery. 4. 14) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. To clear the CMOS values, ...
... may cause damage to the motherboard. • 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). 15) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to clear the CMOS ...and wait for one . Replace the battery. 4. 14) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. To clear the CMOS values, ...
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... altering the settings may result in the main menu of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." • Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it is recommended that you not alter...
... altering the settings may result in the main menu of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." • Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it is recommended that you not alter...
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... settings. To exit Boot Menu, press . You can be based on page 50. : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu. BIOS Setup - 34 - Motherboard Model BIOS Version G1.Sniper F1f . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 01/19/2011-X58-ICH10-7A89QG0RC-00 Function Keys...
... settings. To exit Boot Menu, press . You can be based on page 50. : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu. BIOS Setup - 34 - Motherboard Model BIOS Version G1.Sniper F1f . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 01/19/2011-X58-ICH10-7A89QG0RC-00 Function Keys...
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... Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is in the Item Help block on the right side of the... Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus: Exit current submenu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes Show descriptions of the...
... Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is in the Item Help block on the right side of the... Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus: Exit current submenu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes Show descriptions of the...
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...configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. ...for optimal-performance system operations. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. A supervisor password allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure ...
...configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. ...for optimal-performance system operations. Set Supervisor Password Change, set , or disable password. A supervisor password allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure ...
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... } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size F1f 133.27 MHz 3198.64 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB CPU Temperature 45oC... } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size F1f 133.27 MHz 3198.64 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB CPU Temperature 45oC...
... } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size F1f 133.27 MHz 3198.64 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB CPU Temperature 45oC... } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size F1f 133.27 MHz 3198.64 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB CPU Temperature 45oC...
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...: Optimized Defaults CPU Clock Ratio Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 38 - The adjustable range is present only when you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. Current Status This screen provides information...
...: Optimized Defaults CPU Clock Ratio Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 38 - The adjustable range is present only when you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. Current Status This screen provides information...
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... CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. ting. (Default: Auto) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Enabled Disabled Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) When the CPU or chipset detects that support multi-processor mode. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (...Note) This item is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 39 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading...
... CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. ting. (Default: Auto) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Enabled Disabled Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) When the CPU or chipset detects that support multi-processor mode. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (...Note) This item is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 39 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading...
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... values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to enhance memory performance when enabled. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being used; BIOS Setup - 40 - The adjustable range is adjustable only when a CPU with the CPU specifications. Important: It is highly recommended that...
... values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to enhance memory performance when enabled. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being used; BIOS Setup - 40 - The adjustable range is adjustable only when a CPU with the CPU specifications. Important: It is highly recommended that...
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... you to be configurable. PCI Express Clock Drive Allows you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 41 - Options are: 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. BIOS Setup
... you to be configurable. PCI Express Clock Drive Allows you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 41 - Options are: 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. BIOS Setup
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... (default), 1~15. 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 1.5V. BIOS Setup - 42 -
... (default), 1~15. 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 1.5V. BIOS Setup - 42 -
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...(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~3. >>>>> Channel A/B Misc Timing Control B2B CAS Delay Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults BIOS Setup tWTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~255. tWL Options are: Auto (default), 1~10...
...(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~3. >>>>> Channel A/B Misc Timing Control B2B CAS Delay Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults BIOS Setup tWTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~255. tWL Options are: Auto (default), 1~10...