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...Dual channel memory architecture ŠŠ Support for DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules ŠŠ Support for non-ECC memory modules ŠŠ Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio ... Hardware Installation - 10 - if you are installing two PCI Express graphics cards, it in the LGA1366 package (G o to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU QPI ŠŠ 4.8GT/s, 6.4GT/s Chipset ŠŠ North ...
...Dual channel memory architecture ŠŠ Support for DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules ŠŠ Support for non-ECC memory modules ŠŠ Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio ... Hardware Installation - 10 - if you are installing two PCI Express graphics cards, it in the LGA1366 package (G o to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU QPI ŠŠ 4.8GT/s, 6.4GT/s Chipset ŠŠ North ...
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...;Š ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ JMicron JMB362 chip: - 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s connectors (eSATA/USB Combo) on the back panel, supporting up to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD South Bridge: - Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 on the back panel, including 2 eSATA/USB Combo, 6 via the... overheating warning ŠŠ CPU/System fan fail warning ŠŠ CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. - 11 -
...;Š ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ JMicron JMB362 chip: - 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s connectors (eSATA/USB Combo) on the back panel, supporting up to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD South Bridge: - Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 on the back panel, including 2 eSATA/USB Combo, 6 via the... overheating warning ŠŠ CPU/System fan fail warning ŠŠ CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. - 11 -
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... Q-Share Bundled Software ŠŠ Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System ŠŠ Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ŠŠ 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. Hardware...
... Q-Share Bundled Software ŠŠ Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System ŠŠ Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ŠŠ 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. Hardware...
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...- 13 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if... the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to...
...- 13 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if... the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to...
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... If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual/3 Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides six DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual/3 Channel Technology. The six DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same ... will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips 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...
... If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual/3 Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides six DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual/3 Channel Technology. The six DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same ... will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips 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...
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... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is securely... BIOS changes for your card. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7.
... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is securely... BIOS changes for your card. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7.
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...2-Way CrossFireX: After installing the graphics card driver in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors on the PCIEX16_1 slot. A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards for the power ...HD 4800, and HD 5800 series and AMD Radeon HD 6950 and HD 6970 series. The 3-Way SLI and 3-Way CrossFireX technologies currently support Windows 7 and Vista operating systems - Browse to the CrossFireX menu, select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs...
...2-Way CrossFireX: After installing the graphics card driver in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors on the PCIEX16_1 slot. A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards for the power ...HD 4800, and HD 5800 series and AMD Radeon HD 6950 and HD 6970 series. The 3-Way SLI and 3-Way CrossFireX technologies currently support Windows 7 and Vista operating systems - Browse to the CrossFireX menu, select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs...
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... to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. eSATA/USB Combo Connector This connector supports SATA 3Gb/s and USB 2.0/1.1 specification. USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to an external audio system...To return to the defaults, press this button to connect an external SATA device or a SATA port multiplier.The JMicron JMB362 chip supports RAID function. O.C. Use this port for instructions on configuring a RAID array. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors O.C. Before using this port for...
... to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. eSATA/USB Combo Connector This connector supports SATA 3Gb/s and USB 2.0/1.1 specification. USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to an external audio system...To return to the defaults, press this button to connect an external SATA device or a SATA port multiplier.The JMicron JMB362 chip supports RAID function. O.C. Use this port for instructions on configuring a RAID array. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors O.C. Before using this port for...
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... Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Hardware Installation Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to connect front speakers in devices such as optical drive, walkman, microphone...
... Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Hardware Installation Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to connect front speakers in devices such as optical drive, walkman, microphone...
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...; Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU or the system may hang. • These fan headers are 4-pin and support fan speed control function. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN/FAN1/FAN2/FAN3: Pin No.
...; Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU or the system may hang. • These fan headers are 4-pin and support fan speed control function. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN/FAN1/FAN2/FAN3: Pin No.
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...SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Definition 1 GND 1 2 TXP 1 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 8) GSATA3_6/7 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors... RAID 5 configuration requires at least two hard drives. G.QBOFM G.QBOFM G.QBOFM SATA2_5 7 7 SATA2_4 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 Pin No. The Intel ICH10R South Bridge supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. G.QBOFM GSATA3_7 7 1 7 1 GSATA3_6 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP...
...SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Definition 1 GND 1 2 TXP 1 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 8) GSATA3_6/7 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors... RAID 5 configuration requires at least two hard drives. G.QBOFM G.QBOFM G.QBOFM SATA2_5 7 7 SATA2_4 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 Pin No. The Intel ICH10R South Bridge supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. G.QBOFM GSATA3_7 7 1 7 1 GSATA3_6 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP...
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10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD). Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to certain expansion cards ...LINE_DET Some chassis provide a 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 the HDMI display at the same time...
10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD). Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to certain expansion cards ...LINE_DET Some chassis provide a 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 the HDMI display at the same time...
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... DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can support the ON/OFF Charge function. 13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification.
... DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can support the ON/OFF Charge function. 13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification.
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... Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note 2) CPU Cores Enabled (Note 2) CPU Multi-Threading (Note 2) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 2) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note 2) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 2) CPU EIST Function (Note 2) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note 2) [Auto] [All] [Enabled] [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto...ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults (Note 1) This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. Advanced Frequency Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright ...
... Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note 2) CPU Cores Enabled (Note 2) CPU Multi-Threading (Note 2) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 2) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note 2) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 2) CPU EIST Function (Note 2) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note 2) [Auto] [All] [Enabled] [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto...ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults (Note 1) This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. Advanced Frequency Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright ...
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... function. All Enables all CPU cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to decrease power consumption. Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is occurring to... Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Enabled Disabled Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) When the CPU or chipset detects that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to determine whether to decrease heat production. CPU Multi-Threading (Note)...
... function. All Enables all CPU cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to decrease power consumption. Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is occurring to... Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Enabled Disabled Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) When the CPU or chipset detects that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to determine whether to decrease heat production. CPU Multi-Threading (Note)...
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... adjustable range is installed. This item is configurable only when the Base Clock(BCLK) Control option is present only when you install a memory module that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to set the CPU base clock. PCI...
... adjustable range is installed. This item is configurable only when the Base Clock(BCLK) Control option is present only when you install a memory module that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to set the CPU base clock. PCI...
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... CPU Clock Drive Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the PCI Express and Chipset clock. CPU Clock Skew Allows you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 41 - Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert. (Note) This item is present only when you to set the North Bridge clock prior to...
... CPU Clock Drive Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the PCI Express and Chipset clock. CPU Clock Skew Allows you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 41 - Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert. (Note) This item is present only when you to set the North Bridge clock prior to...
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... as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. BIOS Setup - 46 - Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to enable specific streams...Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/...
... as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. BIOS Setup - 46 - Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to enable specific streams...Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/...
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... for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Note) This item is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. Quick Boot Enables or disables the quick boot function to speed up the system boot-up or down arrow key to select a device... and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Use the up or down on the hard drive you want to install the operating system to be installed supports booting from the installed hard drives. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features } Hard Disk Boot...
... for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Note) This item is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. Quick Boot Enables or disables the quick boot function to speed up the system boot-up or down arrow key to select a device... and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Use the up or down on the hard drive you want to install the operating system to be installed supports booting from the installed hard drives. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features } Hard Disk Boot...
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... This function may enhance protection for the computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD (Secs) Allows you to determine whether to 3 (Note) Allows you install a CPU... the monitor display from 0 to 15 seconds. (Default: 0) Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to set this feature. to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. The adjustable range is present only when you to determine whether to the hard drive. Disabled displays normal POST message....
... This function may enhance protection for the computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD (Secs) Allows you to determine whether to 3 (Note) Allows you install a CPU... the monitor display from 0 to 15 seconds. (Default: 0) Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to set this feature. to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. The adjustable range is present only when you to determine whether to the hard drive. Disabled displays normal POST message....
