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G1.Sniper LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-G1SNIPE-1001R
G1.Sniper LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-G1SNIPE-1001R
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... : "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Example: For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard...
... : "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Example: For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 61 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 61 3-2 Application Software 62 3-3 Technical Manuals 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 ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 61 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 61 3-2 Application Software 62 3-3 Technical Manuals 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 ...
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Box Contents G1.Sniper motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports One 2-Way SLI bridge connector One 3-Way SLI bridge connector • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
Box Contents G1.Sniper motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports One 2-Way SLI bridge connector One 3-Way SLI bridge connector • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
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... the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power...
... the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power...
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... direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the push pins diagonally.
... direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the push pins diagonally.
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... on your card. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to correctly install your operating system. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is...
... on your card. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to correctly install your operating system. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is...
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...system, go to the CrossFireX menu, select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs combination. Click OK to the manual that came with your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. Refer to apply. Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX...; check box is enabled. (Note) The bridge connectors may differ by graphics cards. Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver ( Current GPUs that support 3-Way SLI technology include the NVIDIA 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800...
...system, go to the CrossFireX menu, select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs combination. Click OK to the manual that came with your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. Refer to apply. Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX...; check box is enabled. (Note) The bridge connectors may differ by graphics cards. Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver ( Current GPUs that support 3-Way SLI technology include the NVIDIA 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800...
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... module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual 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...
... module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual 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...
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... do so 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 5 seconds.) 3. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for a few seconds. Replace...
... do so 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 5 seconds.) 3. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for a few seconds. Replace...
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...(Default: Auto) Memory Frequency(Mhz) The first memory frequency value is from 90 MHz to 150 MHz. PCI Express Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to manually set the QPI clock ratio. This item is configurable only when the Base Clock(BCLK) Control option is present only when you install a memory module...when enabled. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) item below to manually set the system memory multiplier. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being used; System ...
...(Default: Auto) Memory Frequency(Mhz) The first memory frequency value is from 90 MHz to 150 MHz. PCI Express Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to manually set the QPI clock ratio. This item is configurable only when the Base Clock(BCLK) Control option is present only when you install a memory module...when enabled. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) item below to manually set the system memory multiplier. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being used; System ...
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... arrow or down arrow key to the information on the hard drive. - 47 - If you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to set the time. BIOS Setup IDE Channel 2, 3 Master, 4, 7 Master/Slave Extended IDE Drive Configure...
... arrow or down arrow key to the information on the hard drive. - 47 - If you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to set the time. BIOS Setup IDE Channel 2, 3 Master, 4, 7 Master/Slave Extended IDE Drive Configure...
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Current System Temperature/SYSTEM1 Temp./SYSTEM2 Temp./SYSTEM3 Temp. Manual Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC.../158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. BIOS Setup - 56 - Disabled Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to Manual. Displays current system temperatures detected by each system temperature sensor on the motherboard. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. CPU FAN...
Current System Temperature/SYSTEM1 Temp./SYSTEM2 Temp./SYSTEM3 Temp. Manual Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC.../158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. BIOS Setup - 56 - Disabled Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to Manual. Displays current system temperatures detected by each system temperature sensor on the motherboard. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. CPU FAN...
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... Install" will install all of the drivers, a dialog box will restart your optical drive. Click Yes to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install other drivers. • After "Xpress Install" installs all the recommended drivers. Failure to...
... Install" will install all of the drivers, a dialog box will restart your optical drive. Click Yes to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install other drivers. • After "Xpress Install" installs all the recommended drivers. Failure to...
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You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals. Drivers Installation - 62 - 3-2 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. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals. Drivers Installation - 62 - 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software.
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...or damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. ...Q-Flash tool frees you can access Q-Flash by adding one more physical BIOS chip. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. G1.Sniper F1f . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 01/19...
...or damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. ...Q-Flash tool frees you can access Q-Flash by adding one more physical BIOS chip. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. G1.Sniper F1f . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 01/19...
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... Save Current BIOS to File to be flashed matches your motherboard model. Make sure that matches your motherboard model. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent ... system will automatically load BIOS defaults after BIOS update and after updating the BIOS. Follow the on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from File, then select the location where you save the current BIOS file. 4. Updating the BIOS with...
... Save Current BIOS to File to be flashed matches your motherboard model. Make sure that matches your motherboard model. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent ... system will automatically load BIOS defaults after BIOS update and after updating the BIOS. Follow the on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from File, then select the location where you save the current BIOS file. 4. Updating the BIOS with...
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... B. Unique Features Without the driver, the hard drive may not be able to automatically set up a RAID array: (Note 3) Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with a simple click of a button, X.H.D helps to enhance your data to automatically install all...the array. ) 1. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for RAID 0. For a RAID 0 array that 's been created earlier, ...
... B. Unique Features Without the driver, the hard drive may not be able to automatically set up a RAID array: (Note 3) Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with a simple click of a button, X.H.D helps to enhance your data to automatically install all...the array. ) 1. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for RAID 0. For a RAID 0 array that 's been created earlier, ...
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... select Continuous or On Request (Figure 11). On Request also allows users to restore the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the system. In the SELECT DISKS box, press on the hard drive you ...Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 0.0 GB Sync : Continuous Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 11 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to...
... select Continuous or On Request (Figure 11). On Request also allows users to restore the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the system. In the SELECT DISKS box, press on the hard drive you ...Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 0.0 GB Sync : Continuous Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 11 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to...
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... ID) Member Disk (0) Non-RAID Disk [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu Step 2: Select the new hard drive to add into the array to manually rebuild the array in the operating system. Create RAID Volume[ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED3]. Exit a disk initiates a rebuild. The following screen appears after you enter the...
... ID) Member Disk (0) Non-RAID Disk [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu Step 2: Select the new hard drive to add into the array to manually rebuild the array in the operating system. Create RAID Volume[ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED3]. Exit a disk initiates a rebuild. The following screen appears after you enter the...