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... to the case back panel with screws. I/O Shield Step 5 Installing an Expansion Card Locate an expansion slot that the expansion card is installed, enter system BIOS Setup to two IDE devices. Secure the expansion card's bracket to installation, check the jumper settings (master and slave) on the case. Mount the optical...
... to the case back panel with screws. I/O Shield Step 5 Installing an Expansion Card Locate an expansion slot that the expansion card is installed, enter system BIOS Setup to two IDE devices. Secure the expansion card's bracket to installation, check the jumper settings (master and slave) on the case. Mount the optical...
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... Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. No part of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in any means without prior notice. Example: Changes to their ...: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright © 2015 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this ...
... Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. No part of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in any means without prior notice. Example: Changes to their ...: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright © 2015 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-990XA-UD3 R5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-990XA-UD3 R5 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... an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 M.I.T...35 2-4 System Information 43...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-990XA-UD3 R5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-990XA-UD3 R5 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... an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 M.I.T...35 2-4 System Information 43...
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... 65 4-2 Application Software 66 4-3 Technical Manuals 66 4-4 Contact...67 4-5 System...67 4-6 Download Center 68 Chapter 5 Unique Features 69 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 69 5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 69 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 72 5-2 EasyTune 6...73 Chapter 6 Appendix...75 6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 75 6-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 75 6-1-2 Configuring...
... 65 4-2 Application Software 66 4-3 Technical Manuals 66 4-4 Contact...67 4-5 System...67 4-6 Download Center 68 Chapter 5 Unique Features 69 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 69 5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 69 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 72 5-2 EasyTune 6...73 Chapter 6 Appendix...75 6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 75 6-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 75 6-1-2 Configuring...
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GA-990XA-UD3 R5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) or AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual ... CLK x1 x1 (100 MHz) x1 PCI Express Bus 14 USB 2.0/1.1Ports PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x4 1 PCI Express x4 AMD SB950 6 SATA 6Gb/s Dual BIOS PCI Bus CODEC LPC iTE® Bus Super I/O COM PS/2 KB/Mouse Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out...
GA-990XA-UD3 R5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) or AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual ... CLK x1 x1 (100 MHz) x1 PCI Express Bus 14 USB 2.0/1.1Ports PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x4 1 PCI Express x4 AMD SB950 6 SATA 6Gb/s Dual BIOS PCI Bus CODEC LPC iTE® Bus Super I/O COM PS/2 KB/Mouse Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out...
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... Operating System 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by...Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * P lease visit the Support & ...
... Operating System 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by...Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * P lease visit the Support & ...
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.... 2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of... the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth.
.... 2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of... the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth.
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Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to the chassis back panel with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power ... before you begin to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Hardware Installation - 18 - Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot...
Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to the chassis back panel with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power ... before you begin to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Hardware Installation - 18 - Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot...
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... 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN1: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 7 1 3 TXN 4 GND 0 2 4 1 3 5 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SB SATA Configuration," for instructions on the headers. 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to the CPU or the system may...
... 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN1: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 7 1 3 TXN 4 GND 0 2 4 1 3 5 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SB SATA Configuration," for instructions on the headers. 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to the CPU or the system may...
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... of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. Note the...
... of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. Note the...
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...power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one . 14) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the ...the battery. •• Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. 15) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. Plug in the CMOS when ...
...power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one . 14) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the ...the battery. •• Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. 15) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. Plug in the CMOS when ...
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... system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. Inadequately altering the...
... system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. Inadequately altering the...
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...display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only...up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. The system will appear when the computer boots. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately.
...display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only...up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. The system will appear when the computer boots. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately.
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... you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1m) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Help Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select ... / Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit...
... you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1m) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Help Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select ... / Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit...
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...Defaults item to set your CPU and memory, etc. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. ...Peripherals Use this menu to configure all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in this menu to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your system to the CMOS and...
...Defaults item to set your CPU and memory, etc. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. ...Peripherals Use this menu to configure all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in this menu to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your system to the CMOS and...
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..., memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35 - If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. BIOS Setup Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. 2-3 M.I.T. Whether the system...
..., memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35 - If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. BIOS Setup Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. 2-3 M.I.T. Whether the system...
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.../memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && BCLK Clock Control Allows you to manually set the frequency for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. BIOS Setup - 36 - The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && CPU NorthBridge Frequency Allows you...
.../memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && BCLK Clock Control Allows you to manually set the frequency for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. BIOS Setup - 36 - The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && CPU NorthBridge Frequency Allows you...
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... to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) && SVM Virtualization enhanced by Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to let the CPU enter C1 mode in independent partitions. BIOS Setup The adjustable range is present only when you install a CPU that supports this function. && C1E Support Allows you to determine whether to run multiple...
... to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) && SVM Virtualization enhanced by Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to let the CPU enter C1 mode in independent partitions. BIOS Setup The adjustable range is present only when you install a CPU that supports this function. && C1E Support Allows you to determine whether to run multiple...
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... (Note 2) This item is present only when you to its best performance level. (Default) Disabled Disables this feature. Automatic mode allows the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of the CPU cores and automatically optimizes the CPU to set the system memory multiplier. This item is a ... (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you install a CPU that supports this function. && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being lowered during system halt state to manually enable/disable CPU cores.
... (Note 2) This item is present only when you to its best performance level. (Default) Disabled Disables this feature. Automatic mode allows the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of the CPU cores and automatically optimizes the CPU to set the system memory multiplier. This item is a ... (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you install a CPU that supports this function. && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being lowered during system halt state to manually enable/disable CPU cores.
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... Frequency Settings menu. && DRAM Timing Selectable Quick and Expert allows the memory timing settings below to be configurable. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. - 39 - BIOS Setup Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is displayed according to your memory specification. Enabled allows the system...
... Frequency Settings menu. && DRAM Timing Selectable Quick and Expert allows the memory timing settings below to be configurable. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. - 39 - BIOS Setup Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is displayed according to your memory specification. Enabled allows the system...