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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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
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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 Renesas D720200 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 Switch x4 x1 or 3 PCI Express x1 1 PCI Express x4 Dual 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...
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 Renesas D720200 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 Switch x4 x1 or 3 PCI Express x1 1 PCI Express x4 Dual 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...
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... other hardware components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of...
... other hardware components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of...
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...SATA3_0~SATA3_5) supporting up to 6 SATA 6Gb/s devices - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus 5200 MT/s Chipset ... up to 1 floppy disk drive Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_6...
...SATA3_0~SATA3_5) supporting up to 6 SATA 6Gb/s devices - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus 5200 MT/s Chipset ... up to 1 floppy disk drive Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_6...
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...) Internal w 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors w 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors w 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 2 x system fan headers w 1 x power fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In header w 1 x S/PDIF Out header w 2 x USB...
...) Internal w 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors w 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors w 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 2 x system fan headers w 1 x power fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In header w 1 x S/PDIF Out header w 2 x USB...
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... - When the PCIEX4 slot is supported will be less than 4 GB of physical memory 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. BIOS w w w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w w ... PCIEX1_2 slots share bandwidth with a x4 card, the PCIEX1_1 and PCIEX1_2 slots become unavailable. (Note 3) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is populated with the PCIEX4 slot.
... - When the PCIEX4 slot is supported will be less than 4 GB of physical memory 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. BIOS w w w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w w ... PCIEX1_2 slots share bandwidth with a x4 card, the PCIEX1_1 and PCIEX1_2 slots become unavailable. (Note 3) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is populated with the PCIEX4 slot.
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....) • 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. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the...
....) • 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. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the...
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Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. B. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. Hardware Installation - 14 - The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the...
Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. B. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. Hardware Installation - 14 - The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the...
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...straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on one side of the retention frame. 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 ...
...straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on one side of the retention frame. 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 ...
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... one direction. After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. A memory module can be installed in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory...No Memory) DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Due to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. If you begin to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel 0: DDR3_1,...
... one direction. After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. A memory module can be installed in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory...No Memory) DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Due to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. If you begin to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel 0: DDR3_1,...
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The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. 8 4 5 1 ...
The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. 8 4 5 1 ...
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.... 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is typically designated by a stripe of the cable is used to the CPU or the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recom- For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive... CPU_FAN 1 GND 2 +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN1: Pin No. 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 fan header (PWR_FAN). Definition 1 GND 2 +12V ...
.... 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is typically designated by a stripe of the cable is used to the CPU or the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recom- For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive... CPU_FAN 1 GND 2 +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN1: Pin No. 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 fan header (PWR_FAN). Definition 1 GND 2 +12V ...
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... Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & 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 BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item...
... Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & 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 BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item...
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...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. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated ...Setup Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable,...
...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. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated ...Setup Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable,...
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...instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to 150 MHz. CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) PCIe Spread Spectrum HT Link Frequency Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock ... ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control x DRAM Voltage Control x NB Voltage Control x NB PCIE Voltage Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] x6.66 1333Mhz...
...instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to 150 MHz. CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) PCIe Spread Spectrum HT Link Frequency Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock ... ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control x DRAM Voltage Control x NB Voltage Control x NB PCIE Voltage Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] x6.66 1333Mhz...
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... Active Time x 1T/2T Command Timing x TwTr Command Delay x Trfc0 for DIMM1 x Trfc2 for DIMM2 x Trfc1 for DIMM3 x Trfc3 for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. Auto -- Auto 10T Auto 5T Auto 28T Auto 4T Auto 7T 7T 7T 30T -5T 90ns ---10T 5T 28T 4T Item Help Menu...
... Active Time x 1T/2T Command Timing x TwTr Command Delay x Trfc0 for DIMM1 x Trfc2 for DIMM2 x Trfc1 for DIMM3 x Trfc3 for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. Auto -- Auto 10T Auto 5T Auto 28T Auto 4T Auto 7T 7T 7T 30T -5T 90ns ---10T 5T 28T 4T Item Help Menu...
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...Supplies the North Bridge voltage as required. (Default) 1.500V ~ 2.400V The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to 2.400V. NB PCIE Voltage Control Allows you to set the North Bridge voltage. ... Control Allows you to manually set the system voltages. Normal Supplies the North Bridge PCIe voltage as required. CPU NB VID Control Allows you to set the CPU voltage. The adjustable range is from 1.100V to 2.200V. ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control ...
...Supplies the North Bridge voltage as required. (Default) 1.500V ~ 2.400V The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to 2.400V. NB PCIE Voltage Control Allows you to set the North Bridge voltage. ... Control Allows you to manually set the system voltages. Normal Supplies the North Bridge PCIe voltage as required. CPU NB VID Control Allows you to set the CPU voltage. The adjustable range is from 1.100V to 2.200V. ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control ...
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...1984-2010 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features AMD C1E Support (Note) Virtualization AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control CPU Unlock (Note) CPU core Control x CPU core 0 x CPU core 1 x CPU core 2/3/4/5 (Note) } Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device...General Help F7: Optimized Defaults AMD C1E Support (Note) Enables or disables the C1E CPU power-saving function in independent partitions. CPU Core 0 is fixed. CPU core 0 This setting is always enabled. Capability Away Mode Full Screen LOGO Show Backup...
...1984-2010 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features AMD C1E Support (Note) Virtualization AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control CPU Unlock (Note) CPU core Control x CPU core 0 x CPU core 1 x CPU core 2/3/4/5 (Note) } Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device...General Help F7: Optimized Defaults AMD C1E Support (Note) Enables or disables the C1E CPU power-saving function in independent partitions. CPU Core 0 is fixed. CPU core 0 This setting is always enabled. Capability Away Mode Full Screen LOGO Show Backup...
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...record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the motherboard CI header. When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will be reduced when the CPU is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". If the system chassis cover is ... Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software PC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Mode System Smart FAN Control [Auto] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: ...
...record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the motherboard CI header. When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will be reduced when the CPU is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". If the system chassis cover is ... Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software PC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Mode System Smart FAN Control [Auto] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: ...
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...function. Enabled allows the system fan to run at full speed. (Default: Enabled) BIOS Setup - 52 - CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for a 3-pin CPU fan. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. Check the fan ...condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) CPU Smart FAN Control Enables or disables the CPU fan speed control function. Current System/CPU Temperature Displays current system/CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. You can adjust...
...function. Enabled allows the system fan to run at full speed. (Default: Enabled) BIOS Setup - 52 - CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for a 3-pin CPU fan. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. Check the fan ...condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) CPU Smart FAN Control Enables or disables the CPU fan speed control function. Current System/CPU Temperature Displays current system/CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. You can adjust...