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...means without prior notice. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. No part of this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, ...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 revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY ...
...means without prior notice. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. No part of this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, ...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 revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY ...
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Table of Contents GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Layout 5 GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
Table of Contents GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Layout 5 GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
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GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN AM3+ VGA R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO GbE LAN GA-78LMT-S2 AMD 760G M_BIOS iTE Super I/O PCIEX16 PCIEX1 CODEC PCI BAT F_USB1 F_AUDIO F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL SYS_FAN CLR_CMOS ATX 5 4 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 SATA2 AMD SB710 SATA2 0 1 3 2 SATA2 Box Contents GA-78LMT-S2 motherboard Motherboard driver disk Two SATA cables User's Manual I/O Shield * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN AM3+ VGA R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO GbE LAN GA-78LMT-S2 AMD 760G M_BIOS iTE Super I/O PCIEX16 PCIEX1 CODEC PCI BAT F_USB1 F_AUDIO F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL SYS_FAN CLR_CMOS ATX 5 4 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 SATA2 AMD SB710 SATA2 0 1 3 2 SATA2 Box Contents GA-78LMT-S2 motherboard Motherboard driver disk Two SATA cables User's Manual I/O Shield * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
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GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LAN RJ45 Atheros/Realtek GbE LAN x16 x1 PCI Express Bus x1 AM3+/AM3 CPU CPU ...
GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LAN RJ45 Atheros/Realtek GbE LAN x16 x1 PCI Express Bus x1 AM3+/AM3 CPU CPU ...
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...ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these... the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 7 - If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place...
...ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these... the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 7 - If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place...
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... Smart Recovery Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for 3TB+ Unlock Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. BIOS 1 x 16 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Unique Features...
... Smart Recovery Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for 3TB+ Unlock Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. BIOS 1 x 16 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Unique Features...
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... a small triangle) of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended 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...
... a small triangle) of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended 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...
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... the memory. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read...
... the memory. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read...
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... etc. Do not rock it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector.
... etc. Do not rock it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector.
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... and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 13 - 1-7 Internal Connectors 3 1 2 5 10 74 89 6 5 5 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3/4/5 6) F_PANEL 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_USB1/F_USB2 9) CLR_CMOS 10) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on...
... and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 13 - 1-7 Internal Connectors 3 1 2 5 10 74 89 6 5 5 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3/4/5 6) F_PANEL 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_USB1/F_USB2 9) CLR_CMOS 10) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on...
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... for 2x12-pin ATX) - 14 - The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
... for 2x12-pin ATX) - 14 - The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
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... 4 5 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 7 1 7 SATA2 0 1 1 71 7 SATA2 2 3 •• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). The speed control function requires the use of hard drives must be used...
... 4 5 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 7 1 7 SATA2 0 1 1 71 7 SATA2 2 3 •• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). The speed control function requires the use of hard drives must be used...
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... 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 9 1 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 10 2 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7...F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to the USB bracket. - 17 - 7) F_AUDIO (Front...
... 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 9 1 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 10 2 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7...F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to the USB bracket. - 17 - 7) F_AUDIO (Front...
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...BIOS Setup program. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup When the power is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2012, Award ...(unless you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. The LOGO Screen (Default) B. GA-78LMT-S2 F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash...
...BIOS Setup program. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup When the power is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2012, Award ...(unless you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. The LOGO Screen (Default) B. GA-78LMT-S2 F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash...
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...; Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to Disabled. OnChip SATA Port as ESP CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2012 Award Software OnChip SATA Port as ESP...
...; Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to Disabled. OnChip SATA Port as ESP CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2012 Award Software OnChip SATA Port as ESP...
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... when the CPU is overheated. (Default: Enabled) Reset Case Open Status Keeps or clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled) Case Opened Displays the detection status of...
... when the CPU is overheated. (Default: Enabled) Reset Case Open Status Keeps or clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled) Case Opened Displays the detection status of...
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CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for the motherboard. - 33 - If disabled, the CPU fan runs at different speed according to emit warning sound if the CPU/system fan is not connected or fails. ...
CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for the motherboard. - 33 - If disabled, the CPU fan runs at different speed according to emit warning sound if the CPU/system fan is not connected or fails. ...
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...that shown in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to available SATA port on the motherboard. For the BIOS Setup menus, refer to install. Chapter 4 Appendix 4-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Before you may prepare only one ... - 36 - Then connect the power connector from your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows 7/Vista/XP setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation). •• An empty formatted floppy disk (needed during Windows...
...that shown in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to available SATA port on the motherboard. For the BIOS Setup menus, refer to install. Chapter 4 Appendix 4-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Before you may prepare only one ... - 36 - Then connect the power connector from your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows 7/Vista/XP setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation). •• An empty formatted floppy disk (needed during Windows...
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... array. Press to return to Main Menu and press again if you will erase the MBR data of the disk. Steps: 1. Turn on the motherboard you will appear. Press Ctrl-Y to Modify Array Capacity or press any other keys to set the array to Define LD Menu where you have...to change the Assignment option to select RAID 0. 2. The window below will appear. Figure 1 6. Then, the window below will see shall depend on your motherboard. Press + to set in this option. Figure 2 7. After the creation is complete, the screen will show the number of the RAID array or press ...
... array. Press to return to Main Menu and press again if you will erase the MBR data of the disk. Steps: 1. Turn on the motherboard you will appear. Press Ctrl-Y to Modify Array Capacity or press any other keys to set the array to Define LD Menu where you have...to change the Assignment option to select RAID 0. 2. The window below will appear. Figure 1 6. Then, the window below will see shall depend on your motherboard. Press + to set in this option. Figure 2 7. After the creation is complete, the screen will show the number of the RAID array or press ...