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GA-870A-UD3 AM3 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor User's Manual Rev. 3001 12ME-870AU3-3001R
GA-870A-UD3 AM3 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor User's Manual Rev. 3001 12ME-870AU3-3001R
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... manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X." 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. Disclaimer Information in any form or by...
... manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X." 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. Disclaimer Information in any form or by...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-870A-UD3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-870A-UD3 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-870A-UD3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-870A-UD3 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 ...
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Box Contents GA-870A-UD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA cables I/O Shield • 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. The box contents are for...
Box Contents GA-870A-UD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA cables I/O Shield • 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. The box contents are for...
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GA-870A-UD3 Motherboard Layout KB_USB RCA_SPDIF CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_ESATA_2 USB_1394_ESATA_1 R_USB USB30_LAN Renesas D720200 AUDIO JMicron JMB362 F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek RTL8111D/E PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_OUT CODEC PCI1 CD_IN SPDIF_IN PCIEX4 PCI2 IT8720 PCI3 COMA LPT Socket AM3 PWR_FAN ATX GA-870A-UD3 AMD 870 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 IDE FDD GIGABYTE SATA2 BAT CLR_CMOS AMD SB850 SATA3_5 SATA3_4 SATA3_0 SATA3_3 GSATA2_7 GSATA2_6 SYS_FAN2 F_1394 TSB43AB23 M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_1 SATA3_2 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL SYS_FAN1 - 7 -
GA-870A-UD3 Motherboard Layout KB_USB RCA_SPDIF CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 USB_1394_ESATA_2 USB_1394_ESATA_1 R_USB USB30_LAN Renesas D720200 AUDIO JMicron JMB362 F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek RTL8111D/E PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_OUT CODEC PCI1 CD_IN SPDIF_IN PCIEX4 PCI2 IT8720 PCI3 COMA LPT Socket AM3 PWR_FAN ATX GA-870A-UD3 AMD 870 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 IDE FDD GIGABYTE SATA2 BAT CLR_CMOS AMD SB850 SATA3_5 SATA3_4 SATA3_0 SATA3_3 GSATA2_7 GSATA2_6 SYS_FAN2 F_1394 TSB43AB23 M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_1 SATA3_2 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL SYS_FAN1 - 7 -
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GA-870A-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 2 USB 3.0/2.0 2 SATA 3Gb/s JMicron JMB362 ... BIOS PCI Bus TSB43AB23 AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 AMD 870 LAN RJ45 2 SATA 3Gb/s Realtek RTL8111D/E x1 GIGABYTE SATA2 x1 ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus 12 USB 2.0/1.1 AMD SB850 6 SATA 6Gb/s CODEC LPC Bus...
GA-870A-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 2 USB 3.0/2.0 2 SATA 3Gb/s JMicron JMB362 ... BIOS PCI Bus TSB43AB23 AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 AMD 870 LAN RJ45 2 SATA 3Gb/s Realtek RTL8111D/E x1 GIGABYTE SATA2 x1 ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus 12 USB 2.0/1.1 AMD SB850 6 SATA 6Gb/s CODEC LPC Bus...
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... these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. • Before using the product, please verify ... been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation...
... these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. • Before using the product, please verify ... been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation...
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... function is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 - When the PCIEX4 slot is populated with the PCIEX4 slot.
... function is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 - When the PCIEX4 slot is populated with the PCIEX4 slot.
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... socket.) • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer and unplug...
... socket.) • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer and unplug...
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... it into the socket. Hardware Installation - 14 - Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent...
... it into the socket. Hardware Installation - 14 - Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent...
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... the retention frame. On the other side,push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the motherboard. Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side (as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal... to the CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally...
... the retention frame. On the other side,push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the motherboard. Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side (as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal... to the CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally...
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... DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is installed. 2. DS/SS - - DS/SS...Hardware Installation - 16 - If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the ... cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
... DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is installed. 2. DS/SS - - DS/SS...Hardware Installation - 16 - If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the ... cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
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... the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Hardware Installation Place the memory module on this motherboard. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
... the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Hardware Installation Place the memory module on this motherboard. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
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Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. ...
Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. ...
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... speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse Port Use this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This...
... speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse Port Use this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector This...
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..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
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If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4-...
If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4-...
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...connector wire is typically designated by a stripe of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power...PWR_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recom- The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 ...
...connector wire is typically designated by a stripe of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power...PWR_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recom- The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 ...
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... 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. Hardware Installation Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • ... the device unable to the header. 1 Pin No. If your chassis front panel audio module to the instructions on both of the motherboard header. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio...
... 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. Hardware Installation Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • ... the device unable to the header. 1 Pin No. If your chassis front panel audio module to the instructions on both of the motherboard header. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio...