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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-880GM-UD2H/GA-880GM-US2H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-880GM-UD2H/GA-880GM-US2H 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...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-880GM-UD2H/GA-880GM-US2H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-880GM-UD2H/GA-880GM-US2H 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...
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GA-880GM-UD2H/GA-880GM-US2H Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 PCI Express x16 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) RTL8111D RJ45 1 PCI Express x1 LAN ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel AM3 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR3 1800 (O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz (Note 1) Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport...
GA-880GM-UD2H/GA-880GM-US2H Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 PCI Express x16 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) RTL8111D RJ45 1 PCI Express x1 LAN ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel AM3 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR3 1800 (O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz (Note 1) Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport...
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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 required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage...
... 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 required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage...
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... up to 1 floppy disk drive "*" The GA-880GM-UD2H adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. 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 ... to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz memory modules (Note 2) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated in the North Bridge: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port...
... up to 1 floppy disk drive "*" The GA-880GM-UD2H adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. 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 ... to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz memory modules (Note 2) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated in the North Bridge: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port...
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... IEEE 1394a headers) 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 5 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 1 x system 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/Out header w 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers w 1 x IEEE 1394a header w 1 x serial...
... IEEE 1394a headers) 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 5 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 1 x system 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/Out header w 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers w 1 x IEEE 1394a header w 1 x serial...
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... w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 5) 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ ... for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note 5) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ...
... w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 5) 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ ... for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note 5) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ...
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... 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. age of the CPU may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.) • Apply an even and... thin layer of the CPU. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond...
... 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. age of the CPU may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.) • Apply an even and... thin layer of the CPU. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond...
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...power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • Do not force the CPU into their holes. Hardware Installation - 14 - Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift... up the CPU socket locking lever. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small ...
...power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • Do not force the CPU into their holes. Hardware Installation - 14 - Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift... up the CPU socket locking lever. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small ...
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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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... memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This... Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR3 memory sockets are to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. ...
... memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This... Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR3 memory sockets are to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the memory. ...
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... Installation - 24 - The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that can...
... Installation - 24 - The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that can...
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... contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 - 25 - When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system... fan be sure to the CPU or the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is typically designated by a stripe of different color. Hardware Installation Overheating...
... contact the local dealer. 34 33 2 1 - 25 - When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is recommended that a system... fan be sure to the CPU or the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is typically designated by a stripe of different color. Hardware Installation Overheating...
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...utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Change CPU's Clock & Voltage BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu...BIOS version. - 35 - Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-880GM-US2H, E4) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features...
...utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Change CPU's Clock & Voltage BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu...BIOS version. - 35 - Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-880GM-US2H, E4) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features...
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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 ...system and BIOS Setup. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, 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 ...system and BIOS Setup. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, 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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...unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) HT Link Width HT Link ...Clock } DRAM Configuration ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control x DDR3 Voltage Control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] 2000Mhz ...
...unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) HT Link Width HT Link ...Clock } DRAM Configuration ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control x DDR3 Voltage Control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] 2000Mhz ...
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... Selection Advanced Clock Calibration x Value (All Cores) x Value (Core 0) x Value (Core 1) x Value (Core 2) x Value (Core 3) CPU core Control x CPU core 2 (Note) x CPU core 3 (Note) [Normal] [Disabled] -2% -2% -2% -2% -2% [Auto] Enabled Enabled Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select...: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults EC Firmware Selection Allows you to enable Advanced Clock Calibration when using an AMD Black Edition CPU. After the selection, select Save & Exit Setup in the BIOS Main Menu and then press . BIOS Setup - 38 ...
... Selection Advanced Clock Calibration x Value (All Cores) x Value (Core 0) x Value (Core 1) x Value (Core 2) x Value (Core 3) CPU core Control x CPU core 2 (Note) x CPU core 3 (Note) [Normal] [Disabled] -2% -2% -2% -2% -2% [Auto] Enabled Enabled Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select...: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults EC Firmware Selection Allows you to enable Advanced Clock Calibration when using an AMD Black Edition CPU. After the selection, select Save & Exit Setup in the BIOS Main Menu and then press . BIOS Setup - 38 ...
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...item is configurable only if the VGA Core Clock control option is set the VGA Core clock. CPU core 2 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 2. (Default: Enabled) CPU core 3 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 3. (Default: Enabled) IGX Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software IGX.... - 39 - This option is configurable only if Init Display First is enabled. (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this memory for display. MS-DOS, for the onboard graphics controller. Surround View Enables or disables the Surround View function. VGA ...
...item is configurable only if the VGA Core Clock control option is set the VGA Core clock. CPU core 2 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 2. (Default: Enabled) CPU core 3 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 3. (Default: Enabled) IGX Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software IGX.... - 39 - This option is configurable only if Init Display First is enabled. (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this memory for display. MS-DOS, for the onboard graphics controller. Surround View Enables or disables the Surround View function. VGA ...
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... (MHz) item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is dependent on the CPU being used . Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Width. (Default) 8 bit Sets HT Link Width to 8 bit. 16 bit ...~2.0 GHz). X8.00 Sets Memory Clock to default values. The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be configurable. CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of CPU host clock. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow...
... (MHz) item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is dependent on the CPU being used . Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Width. (Default) 8 bit Sets HT Link Width to 8 bit. 16 bit ...~2.0 GHz). X8.00 Sets Memory Clock to default values. The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be configurable. CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of CPU host clock. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow...
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...dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to your CPU or reduce the useful life of your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. CPU Voltage Control Allows you to set the CPU voltage. BIOS Setup Auto sets the CPU North Bridge ...VID voltage as required. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of the CPU. CPU NB VID...
...dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to your CPU or reduce the useful life of your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. CPU Voltage Control Allows you to set the CPU voltage. BIOS Setup Auto sets the CPU North Bridge ...VID voltage as required. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of the CPU. CPU NB VID...
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... computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control Auto Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to those under the same items on the list. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to... : Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USB-HDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the...
... computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control Auto Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to those under the same items on the list. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to... : Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USB-HDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the...