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... Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to assist in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www...
... Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to assist in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 57 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 57 3-2 Application Software 58 3-3 Technical Manuals 58 3-4 Contact...59 3-5 System...59 3-6 Download Center 60 3-7 New Utilities...60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 57 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 57 3-2 Application Software 58 3-3 Technical Manuals 58 3-4 Contact...59 3-5 System...59 3-6 Download Center 60 3-7 New Utilities...60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
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The box contents are for reference only. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-880GM-USB3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA 3Gb/s 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 reference only. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-880GM-USB3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA 3Gb/s 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.
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... or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- 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...
... or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- 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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... 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, attach the power connector of the retention frame.
... 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, attach the power connector of the retention frame.
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... install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the card until...
... install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the card until...
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.... Overheating 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 factory defaults. Hardware Installation Each fan header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V...
.... Overheating 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 factory defaults. Hardware Installation Each fan header supplies a +12V power voltage and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V...
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... panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. If you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and...
... panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. If you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and...
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... the onboard graphics controller. Auto BIOS automatically determines the primary display port for output, depending on to which port the display device is set to Manual. - 37 - This item is configurable only if the VGA Core Clock control option is connected, D-SUB/DVI-D or D-SUB/HDMI. (Default)... D-SUB/DVI Sets the D-SUB/DVI-D as the graphics display. VGA Core Clock control Allows you to determine whether to manually set the VGA Core clock. (Default: Auto) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you to determine whether to allocate system memory for the onboard ...
... the onboard graphics controller. Auto BIOS automatically determines the primary display port for output, depending on to which port the display device is set to Manual. - 37 - This item is configurable only if the VGA Core Clock control option is connected, D-SUB/DVI-D or D-SUB/HDMI. (Default)... D-SUB/DVI Sets the D-SUB/DVI-D as the graphics display. VGA Core Clock control Allows you to determine whether to manually set the VGA Core clock. (Default: Auto) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you to determine whether to allocate system memory for the onboard ...
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... the HT Link Frequency. (Default) x1~x10 Sets HT Link Frequency to x1~x10 (200 MHz~2.0 GHz). Auto lets BIOS automatically set to Manual. Manual allows the memory clock control item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is... Clock(MHz) Allows you to allow for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. HT Link Frequency Allows you to determine whether to manually set the PCIe clock frequency. Set Memory Clock Determines whether to improve CPU performance. (Default: Disabled) CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables...
... the HT Link Frequency. (Default) x1~x10 Sets HT Link Frequency to x1~x10 (200 MHz~2.0 GHz). Auto lets BIOS automatically set to Manual. Manual allows the memory clock control item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is... Clock(MHz) Allows you to allow for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. HT Link Frequency Allows you to determine whether to manually set the PCIe clock frequency. Set Memory Clock Determines whether to improve CPU performance. (Default: Disabled) CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables...
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...300ns, 350ns. CAS# latency Options are : Auto (default), 1T, 2T. Unganged Sets memory control mode to two single-channel. (Default) DDR3 Timing Items Manual allows all DDR3 Timing items below to RAS Delay [Unganged] [Auto] SPD Auto -- Trfc0 for DIMM3, DIMM4 Options are : Auto (default), 4T~7T.... Options are: Auto (default), Manual. 1T/2T Command Timing Options are : Auto (default), 4T~12T. BIOS Setup Auto 9T Auto 9T Auto 9T Auto 24T Auto 5T Auto 90ns...
...300ns, 350ns. CAS# latency Options are : Auto (default), 1T, 2T. Unganged Sets memory control mode to two single-channel. (Default) DDR3 Timing Items Manual allows all DDR3 Timing items below to RAS Delay [Unganged] [Auto] SPD Auto -- Trfc0 for DIMM3, DIMM4 Options are : Auto (default), 4T~7T.... Options are: Auto (default), Manual. 1T/2T Command Timing Options are : Auto (default), 4T~12T. BIOS Setup Auto 9T Auto 9T Auto 9T Auto 24T Auto 5T Auto 90ns...
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...life of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. (Default: Enabled) ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to manually set the system voltages as required. (Default) +0.1V ~ +0.3V The adjustable range is from +0.1V to set the South Bridge voltage.... Options are : Auto (default), 11T~42T. RAS to set memory voltage. Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as required. Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) DDR3 Voltage Control Allows you to +0.3V. Normal Supplies the...
...life of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. (Default: Enabled) ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to manually set the system voltages as required. (Default) +0.1V ~ +0.3V The adjustable range is from +0.1V to set the South Bridge voltage.... Options are : Auto (default), 11T~42T. RAS to set memory voltage. Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as required. Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) DDR3 Voltage Control Allows you to +0.3V. Normal Supplies the...
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... the device during the POST for faster system startup. IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave Configure your hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to autodetect the parameters of the currently installed hard drive. - 41 - 2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Standard CMOS...
... the device during the POST for faster system startup. IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave Configure your hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to autodetect the parameters of the currently installed hard drive. - 41 - 2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Standard CMOS...
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...or disables CPU Core 1/2/3/4/5. (Default: Enabled) Hard Disk Boot Priority Specifies the sequence of cores available depends on the CPU being used). (Default) Manual Allows you to determine whether to exit this menu when finished. Options are: LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USBCDROM...64-bit. Auto Lets the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of loading the operating system from the available devices. Press to manually enable/disable CPU Core 1/2/3/4/5. BIOS Setup - 44 - CPU Unlock (Note) Allows you to determine whether unlock hidden CPU cores. (Default...
...or disables CPU Core 1/2/3/4/5. (Default: Enabled) Hard Disk Boot Priority Specifies the sequence of cores available depends on the CPU being used). (Default) Manual Allows you to determine whether to exit this menu when finished. Options are: LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USBCDROM...64-bit. Auto Lets the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of loading the operating system from the available devices. Press to manually enable/disable CPU Core 1/2/3/4/5. BIOS Setup - 44 - CPU Unlock (Note) Allows you to determine whether unlock hidden CPU cores. (Default...
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Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to automatically install the utilities. Failure to install. • Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. After installing the SP1 (or later), .... You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the drivers, a dialog box will appear asking whether to install new GIGABYTE utilities. the Found New Hardware Wizard) displayed when "Xpress Install" is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Device Manager, please remove the question...
Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to automatically install the utilities. Failure to install. • Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. After installing the SP1 (or later), .... You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the drivers, a dialog box will appear asking whether to install new GIGABYTE utilities. the Found New Hardware Wizard) displayed when "Xpress Install" is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Device Manager, please remove the question...
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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. 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. Drivers Installation - 58 -
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. 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. Drivers Installation - 58 -
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... BIOS update file is potentially risky, please do it with the Q-Flash Utility A. Before You Begin 1. GA-880GM-USB3 DE . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 02/15/2011-RS880-...protection for the safety and stability of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. However, if the main BIOS is @BIOS™? @BIOS allows you to update ... file system. 3. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main...
... BIOS update file is potentially risky, please do it with the Q-Flash Utility A. Before You Begin 1. GA-880GM-USB3 DE . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 02/15/2011-RS880-...protection for the safety and stability of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. However, if the main BIOS is @BIOS™? @BIOS allows you to update ... file system. 3. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main...
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...connection (for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to start. 3. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from the ...flashing. 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot. - 67 - Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. If the BIOS update file for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). In...
...connection (for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to start. 3. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from the ...flashing. 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot. - 67 - Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. If the BIOS update file for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). In...
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Create Arrays Manually To create a new array, press to an item for further configuration (Figure 5). LD No LD Name LD 1 Logical Drive 1 [ LD Define Menu ] RAID Mode Drv RAID 0 0 Stripe Block 64 KB Gigabyte Boundary ON Initialization Cache Mode Fast WriteThru Port:ID 01:00 02:00 [ Drives Assignments ] Drive Model WDC WD800JD...
Create Arrays Manually To create a new array, press to an item for further configuration (Figure 5). LD No LD Name LD 1 Logical Drive 1 [ LD Define Menu ] RAID Mode Drv RAID 0 0 Stripe Block 64 KB Gigabyte Boundary ON Initialization Cache Mode Fast WriteThru Port:ID 01:00 02:00 [ Drives Assignments ] Drive Model WDC WD800JD...
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... following instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in jack and manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. • Audio signals will be simultaneously processed. For example, users can retask the Center/Subwoofer speaker out jack to...
... following instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in jack and manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. • Audio signals will be simultaneously processed. For example, users can retask the Center/Subwoofer speaker out jack to...